Chunky Potato Cheddar Soup With Canadian Bacon

Name: Chunky Potato Cheddar Soup With Canadian Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 medium red potatoes; 1 small onion; 3 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; crushed red pepper flakes, to taste; ground black pepper, to taste; 3 cups milk; ½ teaspoon sugar; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1 cup cubed cooked Canadian bacon or 1 cup cooked ham or 1 cup cooked bacon; 1 cup broccoli florets, chopped small (optional) or 1 cup frozen green pea (optional)

Servings: persons

3 medium red potatoes
1 small onion
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
ground black pepper, to taste
3 cups milk
½ teaspoon sugar
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup cubed cooked Canadian bacon or 1 cup cooked ham or 1 cup cooked bacon
1 cup broccoli florets, chopped small (optional) or 1 cup frozen green pea (optional)

1
Cook potatoes in boiling salted water until almost tender.
2
Reserve 1 cup of cooking water, then drain potatoes.
3
Chop onion finely.
4
Melt butter in a large soup pot.
5
Saute onion in melted butter until soft and translucent.
6
Add flour, red pepper flakes, and black pepper.
7
Stir well for 2-3 minutes, until floury taste is cooked out.
8
Add reserved potato cooking water, potatoes, milk and sugar, and stir well.
9
Add cheese and meat.
10
Add broccoli or peas, if using.
11
Simmer over low heat for 30 minutes, stirring frequently.
12
Do not boil.
13
Scrape bottom of pot often to prevent burning.
14
Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
15
Serve with crusty bread, or serve in a bread bowl.

742

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 medium red potatoes, 1 small onion, 3 tablespoons butter, 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Chunky Potato Cheddar Soup With Canadian Bacon falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!