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27 March 2013

The Last (Soup) Supper





This is probably one of the very last 'cool' days we will have in South Louisiana for a long time (unless April surprises).  These last three days have been absolutely BEAUTIFUL...but, warm and rainy are coming for the end of the week.

That being said, I thought I'd make one FINAL pot of soup, and chose Baked Potato Soup from River Road Recipes Warm Welcomes (The Junior League of Baton Rouge).  It is just fabulous.  I tweaked the recipe just a tad, and will note that below.  This is a great soup, easy, and uses REAL potatoes - Yukon gold, of course!



Enjoy!


4-6 large potatoes, peeled and cut into quarters (Yukon gold are absolutely the best)
Salt to taste
1/2 cop flour
1/2 cup butter
4 cups chicken stock*
2 cups milk**
Pepper to taste*
1# Cheddar cheese, shredded
1# bacon, crisp cooked and crumbled
1 bunch green onions, finely choppedl
Combine potatoes and salt with enough water to cover in a large saucepan.  Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce the heat.  Cook until the potatoes are tender; drain.  Cut into large chunks.

Combine flour and butter and cook over medium heat for a minute or until thickened and bubbly.  Stir in the stock and milk.  Cook until thickened, stirring frequently.  Season with salt and pepper and stir in the potatoes.

Cook until only a few chunks of potatoes remain (I assisted with my most favorite of all kitchen appliances, my immersion blender).  Add cheese, bacon and green onions and mix well.  Cook just until the cheese melts.  Serve with additional toppings of bacon, cheese, or green onions if desired.  DELICIOUS!

*I used more stock; maybe 10 cups.  I find this soup to be VERY thick, so thin as you desire.  Also, the longer it sits, the thicker it gets.  You can always thin!!!
** I used 1 cup milk and 1 cup half and half.
*** Don't be stingy with the pepper!  I used McCormick's peppercorn medley grinder.
ENJOY, ENJOY, ENJOY!!!!



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27 comments:

  1. I am freezing right now and could go for a big bowlful of this. Looks ans sounds so yummy! I am pinning this for future use.

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    1. Yes, ma'm! Make this ASAP, though you will have MORE cool days than we will here in Baton Rouge! It's very thick, so have plenty of stock to thin!
      ~N

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  2. Oh this looks so good-perfect for a Door County chilly spring! I cut and pasted my way to recipe nirvana-thanks.
    I'm not sure if I've asked this of you in the past but I'm wondering how you managed to get this background in the back AND in the front. I can only get my beautiful marble set up as a background and it won't seem to set in front-
    any ideas?
    Have a wonderful Easter.

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    1. Ellie! I miss, MISS Door County (I know, that sounds odd with all the snow, but I miss it!)! You will love this soup; but it's thick, so be sure to have LOTS of chicken stock!
      About the background: I have NO idea; the only thing I mostly do is set most everything to TRANSPARENT. Try that, and let me know if it works!
      Thank you so much for visiting. We will be having summer here VERY soon (too soon, as usual), but will be back in Wisconsin before June! Can't wait!
      ~N

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  4. Potato soup is always a favorite for me. After one of my knee surgeries, a friend made me a large pot of potato soup and I was thrilled. I think soup time is about over too.

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    1. Judy: I can remember making soup for my mom a LONG time ago; not this particular one, but a simple broth that was calming. Potato soup just does that, doesn't it?
      ~N

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  5. Well, great minds think alike, Nancy. I made a soup that is almost identical to this one for dinner tonight. I didn't have the Yukon gold taters though- I love those the best. Hope you have a great night- xo Diana

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    1. Oh, Diana! So happy to hear from you! This was a great soup; my BFF at the last minute; we had a wonderful supper and girl talk!
      ~N

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  6. Your soup looks sooo yummy. We have had a few days so cold, we needed a fire to warm our bones. I hope it is our last. Have a beautiful day and a blessed Easter. xo marlis

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    1. Thank you, Marlis. I could, though, take some more coolish days/nights. I know what's coming!
      ~N

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  7. The soup sounds wonderful, Nancy. Living in Texas, I'm thinking soup weather is about over here, too. I do love your pretty blue and white plate and soup bowl.

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    1. Thanks for visiting, Kitty! It's good to know that someone knows what I'm talkin' about!
      Happy Easter to you and you family!
      ~N

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  8. I loved Baked Potato Soup! Aren't those Junior League cookbooks always the best! What is the pattern of your gorgeous blue and white dinnerware, please? It's really a special design. Thanks for the recipe. Happy Easter! Cherry Kay

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    1. Indeed, they are! I've been a sustainer in the JRLBR for forever, and our cookbooks are considered BIBLES in much of the country!!!
      Cherry Kay, the pattern is Crown Ducal Bristol Blue. I have bits and pieces and my intention for this week (or really, next week) is to catalog everything so I know what I've got! The little bowl and plate just happened to be sitting there for the picture!
      Happy Easter!!!
      ~N

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  9. Yum! I too love soup on a cold evening. It has been quite cool here in NOLA this week. Perfect soup! Have a good day. I am officially on Spring Break, reading blogs, drinking coffee, & relaxing! xo

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  10. What a lovely setting...soup sounds delish! Hope you return the visit...
    Happy Easter.

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    1. Thanks, Marigene! It WAS delicious; gave some to my mom and neighbors. Almost all gone!
      ~N

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  11. Yum-O I love potato soup Nancy.

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    1. Thanks, Olive! It is delicious! So glad that you and Donna got to meet!!!
      ~N

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  12. This soup looks delicious. Happy Easter to you, Nancy. ~ Sarah

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  13. Hi Nancy! I just love potato soup and yours sounds wonderful. Your dishes are so pretty too. I want to wish you and your family a Happy Easter.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  14. Looks so good and love the pics

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  15. Looks delicious, but I enjoy soup in warmer weather too!

    - The Tablescaper

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  16. There's nothing better than a hearty soup on a cool day-except if that soup is served in a gorgeous bowl like yours. Love the blue and white!

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  17. Your china is so pretty! COld and rainy here, we had soup tonight.
    Happy Easter week!

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