Sherri's Tex-Mex Potato Soup Recipe

Name: Sherri's Tex-Mex Potato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 -6 slices bacon, chopped; 1 onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, grated; 1 (10 ounce) can rotel (tomatoes and chilies); 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce; 1 12 quarts water (6 cups); ¼ teaspoon Mexican oregano (optional); ¼ teaspoon cumin (optional); ½ teaspoon salt (to taste); ¼ teaspoon pepper (to taste); 4 -5 medium potatoes, peeled and diced; 4 ounces Velveeta cheese, divided (optional)

Servings: persons

4 -6 slices bacon, chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, grated
1 (10 ounce) can rotel (tomatoes and chilies)
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 12 quarts water (6 cups)
¼ teaspoon Mexican oregano (optional)
¼ teaspoon cumin (optional)
½ teaspoon salt (to taste)
¼ teaspoon pepper (to taste)
4 -5 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
4 ounces Velveeta cheese, divided (optional)

1
Fry bacon in 2 quart pot until crisp; drain grease.
2
Add the onions and garlic and saute about 2 minutes.
3
Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, and water.
4
If desired, add oregano and cumin.
5
Simmer for 15 minutes.
6
Add salt and pepper to taste.
7
Add potatoes and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
8
Cube cheese and place in bottom of soup bowl and cover with hot soup.
9
Garnish w/ any or all for a coloful presentation-bacon bits, green onions, diced tomato, jalapeno, grated cheese.

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 -6 slices bacon, chopped, 1 onion, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, grated, 1 (10 ounce) can rotel (tomatoes and chilies), and more.

Yes, Sherri's Tex-Mex Potato Soup 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!

Sherri's Tex-Mex Potato Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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