BACON POTATO CHOWDER

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This is a hearty, stick-to-your-ribs potato soup. In place of the bacon, you can substitute cubed cooked ham.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 bacon strips, diced
2 medium onions, chopped
6 celery ribs, sliced
12 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/3 cup butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
8 cups milk
2 medium carrots, shredded
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels. Saute onions and celery in the drippings until tender; drain. , Place potatoes in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 20 minutes or until tender. Drain; set potatoes aside. In the same pan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Reduce heat; add onion mixture, potatoes, carrots, salt and pepper. Cook for 10 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386 calories, Fat 20g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 782mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

Raja Jani
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This chowder is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are amazing.


Anita Heggins
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This chowder is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Bilha Wasike
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I've made this chowder several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Jamal dire
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This chowder is the perfect way to warm up on a cold day. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are amazing.


Fika Rija
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I love this chowder! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit.


Pay Us
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This chowder is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are amazing.


krysha villagracia (kryshaakfjkfnskjd)
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This chowder is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


banana man
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I've made this chowder several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Pankaj Mehra
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This chowder is the perfect way to warm up on a cold day. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are amazing.


Nabakka Grace
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I love this chowder! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit.


Steve “Sac1” Coburn
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This chowder is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are amazing.


Shaun Boy
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This chowder is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Freshta Amiri
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I made this chowder for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I will definitely be making it again.


Alex Davison
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This chowder is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are amazing. I especially love the addition of bacon.


Shoaib Haider
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I've made this chowder several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Nancy Katamani
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This chowder was absolutely delicious! I made it for my family last night and everyone loved it. The bacon added a nice smoky flavor and the potatoes were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.