Recipe(tried): O'Charlie's Baked Potato Soup

Hi Wendy,

This is by far the BEST soup I've ever eaten! Here ya go!

* Exported from MasterCook *

O'Charlie's Baked Potato Soup

Recipe By : Internet (tried and true)
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Soups, Stews, Chowders

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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3 pounds red potatoes -- washed
1/4 cup margarine -- melted
1/4 cup flour
8 cups half and half
16 ounces Velveeta cheese
White pepper to taste
Garlic powder to taste (about 1/2 tsp)
1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1/2 pound bacon -- fried crisp
1 cup Cheddar cheese -- shredded
1/2 cup fresh chives -- chopped
sour cream (? my suggestion) -- for garnish

Dice unpeeled red potatoes into 1/2" cubes. Place in large Dutch oven, cover with water and bring to a boil. Let boil for 10 minutes or until 3/4 cooked.

In separate large Dutch oven, combine melted margarine and flour, mixing until smooth. Place over low heat and gradually add half and half, stirring constantly. Continue to stir until smooth and liquid begins to thicken.

Add cut-up Velveeta. Stir until melted. Drain potatoes and add to cream ixture. Stir in pepper, garlic powder and hot pepper sauce.

Cover and cook over low heat 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Ladel soup into bowls and top with shredded cheese, (sour cream), crumbled bacon, and chives.

Makes 8 servings.


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Serving Ideas : Serve with a light sandwich. Very hearty and filling!

NOTES : FANTASTIC!!!