POTATO AND ROOT VEGETABLE CHOWDER WITH BACON

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Categories     Soup/Stew     Milk/Cream     Potato     Sauté     Low Fat     Bacon     Leek     Root Vegetable     Winter     Healthy     Simmer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 bacon slices, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 medium leeks, thinly sliced (white and pale green parts only)
1 pound parsnips, peeled, cut into 1/3-inch dice
3 medium carrots, peeled, cut into 1/3-inch dice
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 1/2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch dice
2 tablespoons all purpose flour
3 cups reduced-fat (2%) milk
3 cups (or more) vegetable broth
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in large pot over medium heat until crisp. Using slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towels. Add oil to drippings in same pot; heat over medium heat. Add leeks; sauté until tender but not brown, about 7 minutes. Add parsnips, carrots, garlic, and thyme; sauté 5 minutes. Stir in potatoes, then flour; stir 1 minute to coat. Gradually add milk and 3 cups broth; bring to boil. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered until vegetables are tender and soup thickens slightly, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill bacon. Cool chowder slightly. Chill uncovered until cold, then cover and keep chilled. Rewarm before continuing, thinning with more broth, if desired.)
  • Stir bacon into chowder. Ladle into bowls. Sprinkle with parsley; serve.

CRISTINA PIFANO
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This chowder is a family favorite! We make it all the time, especially in the winter. It's so hearty and filling, and the flavors are so rich and flavorful.


Jessica Hutchison
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I made this chowder last week and it was so good! The flavors were amazing and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


R Durjoy Khan Bsl
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This chowder is delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again.


Prasiddha Dhakal
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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 the leftovers are even better the next day. I usually add a little bit of extra bacon and some chopped green onions to mine.


Prince Abdullah
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This chowder is amazing! I made it for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again.


Haseeb Jameel
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I'm not a huge fan of chowder, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious, and the bacon adds a nice smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


just emily
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This chowder is a family favorite! We make it all the time, especially in the winter. It's so hearty and filling, and the flavors are so rich and flavorful.


Hussani Hiraa
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I made this chowder last week and it was so good! The flavors were amazing and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Wakapisi Chris
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This chowder is delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again.


Obsa Juhar
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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 the leftovers are even better the next day. I usually add a little bit of extra bacon and some chopped green onions to mine.


Elijah Junior
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This chowder is amazing! I made it last night and my family loved it. The flavors are so rich and flavorful, and the bacon adds a nice smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this again.