Laura Bush's Baked Potato Soup |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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One more from the First Lady's collection of recipes. Ingredients:
6 cups left over mashed potatoes |
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine |
1 medium onion, diced |
1/2 lb bacon, diced,cooked and drained well (freeze bacon for easier cutting) |
1 large red pepper, diced |
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated |
1/2 cup chives, minced |
4 tablespoons sour cream |
2 -3 cups whipping cream or 2 -3 cups half-and-half or 2 -3 cups milk |
kosher salt |
fresh ground pepper |
Directions:
1. In a large soup pot, saute onions and red pepper over medium heat in 2 tablespoons butter until onions are clear.
2. Add bacon, potatoes and whipping cream to desired consistency.
3. Skim milk or chicken stock may be used to reduce calories.
4. Salt and pepper to taste.
5. Warm.
6. Serve with a garnish of a dollop of sour cream, grated cheese and chives.
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