Potato Soup With A Kick Recipe

Name: Potato Soup With A Kick
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 cups thin-skinned potatoes, cut into one inch cubes; 2 large onions, diced small; 2 stalks celery, finely chopped; 4 garlic cloves, diced (or more); 1/2 cup scallion, chopped; 32 ounces chicken broth, low sodium; 1 teaspoon cajun spices; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped small; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme; 4 slices bacon; 3 tablespoons flour; 2 tablespoons butter; 12 ounces beer (Sierra Nevada is what we like, don't use a light beer!); 1 cup monterey jack pepper cheese, shredded; 1/2 cup asiago cheese; Optional ingredients; pepperoni (optional) or beef stick, to taste (optional); 2 cups steamed cauliflower, broken into bite-sized pieces (optional); 1/2 cup sour cream (optional)

Servings: persons

8 cups thin-skinned potatoes, cut into one inch cubes
2 large onions, diced small
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, diced (or more)
1/2 cup scallion, chopped
32 ounces chicken broth, low sodium
1 teaspoon cajun spices
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped small
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
4 slices bacon
3 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons butter
12 ounces beer (Sierra Nevada is what we like, don't use a light beer!)
1 cup monterey jack pepper cheese, shredded
1/2 cup asiago cheese
Optional ingredients
pepperoni (optional) or beef stick, to taste (optional)
2 cups steamed cauliflower, broken into bite-sized pieces (optional)
1/2 cup sour cream (optional)

1
Simmer potatoes, celery, onions, scallions, garlic, chicken broth and spices in large pot, covered, for about 1/2 hour until well-softened.
2
In a saute pan, brown bacon to make bacon bits. If you are using any other meats, brown them lightly as well. Set aside on paper towel to drai.
3
Drain bacon grease out of saute pan, leaving drippings. Melt butter in drippings, add flour and stir till it browns to make a roux.
4
In the large pot, mash potatoes up somewhat so there are no large chunks. Add roux and beer, stir at a low simmer until it thickens slightly.
5
Add bacon bits, (ham, beef stick or pepperoni if you choose), and cheeses. Stir until blended. Add cauliflower if desired.
6
Top with sour cream when serving, if desired, and a dash of smoked paprika.

1436

kcal

Calories

Fat

138

Carbs

113

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 cups thin-skinned potatoes, cut into one inch cubes, 2 large onions, diced small, 2 stalks celery, finely chopped, 4 garlic cloves, diced (or more), and more.

Yes, Potato Soup With A Kick 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.

Potato Soup With A Kick

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