SMASHED POTATO CHOWDER WITH VARIATIONS

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How can you miss with a great potato offering when the weather is crummy or just plain cold. This recipe even comes with variations except the guy in your life making it for you with a hot drink and a foot massage for dessert (as if!).

Provided by Annacia

Categories     Chowders

Time 59m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 1/2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
3/4 cup sweet pepper (yellow or red chopped -1 medium)
1 1/2 teaspoons bottled minced roasted garlic
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
5 cups chicken broth
8 slices bacon, crisp-cooked, drained, and coarsely chopped
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (8 ounces)
1/2 cup half-and-half or 1/2 cup light cream
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onion (4)
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • In a 4-quart Dutch oven combine potato, sweet pepper, garlic, and black pepper.
  • Stir in broth.
  • Bring to boiling; reduce heat.
  • Simmer, covered, for 20 to 25 minutes or until potato is tender.
  • Use a potato masher to mash potatoes slightly.
  • Stir in bacon, 1-1/2 cups of the cheese, the whipping cream, and green onion; heat through.
  • To serve, ladle soup into bowls.
  • Top each serving with sour cream and remaining cheese.
  • Makes 8 main-dish servings.
  • VARIATIONS:.
  • Smashed Potato Chowder with Ham:
  • Prepare as above, except substitute 1-1/2 cups chopped, cooked ham for the bacon.
  • Smashed Potato Chowder with Beans:
  • Prepare as above, except substitute shredded carrot for the sweet pepper. Add one 15-ounce can cannellini (white kidney beans) or Great Northern beans, rinsed and drained, after mashing the potatoes. Substitute 2 teaspoons dried dill for the green onion.

Md Rayhan
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This chowder was easy to make and very delicious. I would definitely recommend it to others.


Md Rupan
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This chowder was delicious! I loved the creamy broth and the tender potatoes.


Scencia dedeaux
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I made this chowder for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Iqra Anam
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This chowder was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more salt and pepper.


Bhawana Thapa
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I loved this chowder! It was creamy, flavorful, and hearty. I would definitely make this again.


J BX
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This chowder was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Angela Delaney
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This chowder was a bit too salty for my taste. I think it would have been better with less salt.


Michael Garcia
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I'm not a big fan of chowder, but this recipe was surprisingly good. The potatoes were cooked perfectly and the broth was very flavorful.


Habib Chonbe
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This chowder was absolutely delicious! I loved the creamy broth and the tender potatoes. I would definitely make this again.


Sheila Skipper
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I thought this chowder was just okay. It was a bit too thick for my taste and the flavor was a bit bland.


op maruf
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This chowder was easy to make and very delicious. I would definitely recommend it to others.


Opio Rogers
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chowder turned out great. It was creamy, flavorful, and hearty. I would definitely make this again.


Tresor Mana
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This chowder was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more salt and pepper.


PRINCE VERMA
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I made this chowder for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the crispy bacon and the creamy broth.


Jdixon
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This recipe is a keeper! The chowder was creamy and flavorful, and the potatoes were cooked to perfection. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


mendee biziya
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This chowder was easy to make and so delicious. I used a variety of vegetables, including carrots, celery, and peas. I also added some shredded chicken for extra protein. My family loved it!


Khadijat Omowumi
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I'm not usually a fan of chowder, but this recipe changed my mind. The potatoes were perfectly cooked and the broth was so flavorful. I loved the addition of the bacon and cheese.


Ahmed Eng
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This chowder was a hit with my family! It was creamy, flavorful, and packed with hearty potatoes and veggies. The bacon added a nice smoky flavor, and the cheese gave it a rich, decadent finish. I'll definitely be making this again!


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