Parmesan Potato Soup

prep time:: 10 min
total time:: 30 min

Makes 6 servings

ingredients

2 medium potatoes
1/4 c. + 2 tbsp. onion, chopped
1/4 c. butter
1/4 c. flour
1/4 tsp. oregano
1/4 tsp. seasoned salt
1/4 tsp. parsley
1/8 tsp. celery seed
1/8 tsp. garlic powder
1/8 tsp. pepper
2 1/4 c. chicken broth
3 c. milk
1/4 - 1/2 c. parmesan cheese
5 strips bacon, cooked & crumbled

directions

Pierce potatoes with a fork; bake in the oven or microwave until tender. Cool, peel and cube; set aside. In a large Dutch oven or soup kettle over medium heat, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour and seasonings. Gradually add broth, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add potatoes; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Add milk and cheese; heat through. Stir in bacon.

Source: Best of Country Cooking 1999