Baked Potatoe Soup
(from Sarsilynn’s recipe box)
O’Charley’s Version
Source: OC/CopyKat
Serves 6 peopleCategories: Soups
Ingredients
- 3 lbs. red potatoes
- 1/4 C. margarine, melted
- 1/4 C. flour
- 8 C. half-and-half
- 1 (16-ounce) block Velveeta cheese, melted
- White pepper, to taste
- Garlic powder, to taste
- 1 tsp. hot pepper sauce
- 1/2 lb. bacon, fried crisply
- 1 C. cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 C. fresh chives, chopped
- 1/2 C. fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
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Dice unpeeled red potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes. Place in a large Dutch oven, cover with water and bring to a boil. Let boil for 10 minutes or until 3/4 cooked.
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In a 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.
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Add melted Velveeta. Stir well. Drain potatoes and add to cream mixture. Stir in pepper, garlic powder and hot pepper sauce.
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Cover and cook over low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Place soup into individual serving bowls and top with crumbled bacon, shredded cheese, chives and parsley.