ZIPPY BAKED POTATO SOUP

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This heartwarming soup brings a little zip with each delicious spoonful. I add hot pepper sauce and basil to make this version stand out from the rest. -Kristi Teague, Southside, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large potato
1 bacon strip, diced
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1 small garlic clove, minced
5 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
6 to 8 drops hot pepper sauce, optional
2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Scrub and pierce potato. Microwave on high for 4-6 minutes or bake at 400° for 50-75 minutes or until tender, turning once. When cool enough to handle, peel and cube potato; set aside., In a small saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towel. , In the drippings, saute onion and garlic until tender. Stir in the flour, basil and pepper until blended. Gradually add broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. , Add the cream, cubed potato and, if desired, hot pepper sauce; heat through (do not boil). Top each serving with bacon, cheese and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 638mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

walter kivlehan
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This soup is amazing! I love the creamy texture and the cheesy flavor.


Abuzar Jas
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Maxine Naidoo
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This is a great recipe! I love that it's so easy to make and it always turns out great.


Memory Mwaba
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This soup is so delicious! I love the way the flavors all come together.


Saraznik
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I made this soup for my family and they loved it! It's a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Md Foysol
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This is the best potato soup I've ever had. It's so creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.


Susan Kraus
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This soup is amazing! It's so creamy and flavorful. I love the way the cheese and potatoes melt together in my mouth.


Simo Aarrim
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This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it always turns out great. I love the creamy texture and the cheesy flavor.


Naikamal Khan
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This potato soup is delicious and so easy to make. I love that I can use any type of potato I have on hand.


Memunatu Bangura
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I love this soup! It's so creamy and cheesy. I always add extra bacon and green onions.


Giuliana Navarro
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This is the best potato soup recipe I've ever tried. It's so creamy and flavorful. I highly recommend it.


Xander Delight
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use any type of potato I have on hand.


giannis tsigas
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I've tried this recipe a few times and it always turns out great. It's a great way to use up leftover potatoes.


Yungbludsteddybear Harrison
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This soup is amazing! I love the creamy texture and the cheesy flavor. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.


H Ali
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This is my go-to soup recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Ashrit Karki
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Md Parvaz
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This soup is delicious! I made it for my family and they loved it. It's a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Diego Kayuna
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I love this soup! It's so creamy and flavorful. I always add extra cheese and bacon. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold day.


MASUD RANA OFFICIAL
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This recipe was easy to follow and the soup turned out great! I used Yukon Gold potatoes, which gave it a fluffy texture. I also added some chopped bacon and green onions for extra flavor. It was a delicious and hearty soup that I will definitely be


Kashan ahmed
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This soup was a hit with my family! It was creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor. I used sharp cheddar cheese, which gave it a nice tang. I also added a few dashes of cayenne pepper for a little spice. It was the perfect comfort food for a cold winter n