Smokie Link Potato Soup Recipes

POTATO SOUP WITH SMOKY LINKS

Steps:

• 1. Saute bacon and onions. Pour off all but 3 tablespoons fat.
• 2. Saute smoky links which have been cut in 1/2 at a diagonal angle, until well done.
• 3. Add potatoes, broth or water, and cook until potatoes are tender - about 15 minutes.
• 4. Add remaining ingredients.
• 5. Heat but DO NOT BOIL!!

ABSOLUTELY ULTIMATE POTATO SOUP

Steps:

• In a Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until done. Remove bacon from pan, and set aside. Drain off all but 1/4 cup of the bacon grease.
• Cook celery and onion in reserved bacon drippings until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, and continue cooking for 1 to 2 minutes. Add cubed potatoes, and toss to coat. Saute for 3 to 4 minutes. Return bacon to the pan, and add enough chicken stock to just cover the potatoes. Cover, and simmer until potatoes are tender.
• In a separate pan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 to 2 minutes. Whisk in the heavy cream, tarragon, and cilantro. Bring the cream mixture to a boil, and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Stir the cream mixture into the potato mixture. Puree about 1/2 the soup, and return to the pan. Adjust seasonings to taste.