Baked Potato Soup

This is a recipe that I don't make too often, but I love it!

Baked Potato Soup

SERVINGS 2-3
PREP 10 min.
COOK 20 min.
TOTAL 30 min.

INGREDIENTS

    * 3 bacon strips, diced
    * 1 small onion, chopped
    * 1 garlic clove, minced
    * 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
    * 1 teaspoon salt
    * 1 teaspoon dried basil
    * 1/2 teaspoon pepper
    * 3 cups chicken broth
    * 2 large potatoes, baked, peeled and cubed (about 2 cups)
    * 1 cup half-and-half cream
    * 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
    * Shredded cheddar cheese
    * Minced fresh parsley

DIRECTIONS

In a large saucepan, cook bacon until crisp. Drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. Set bacon aside. Saute onion and garlic in the drippings until tender. Stir in flour, salt, basil and pepper. Gradually add broth. Bring to boil; boil and stir for 2 minutes. Add the potatoes, cream and hot pepper sauce; heat through but do not boil. Garnish with bacon, cheese and parsley. Yield: 2-3 servings.