Rocky Mountain Trail Loaded Potato Soup

Step 1

Here's What You Do

Step 2

Slice uncooked bacon into half-inch pieces and place in bottom of 4-quart pot.Over medium heat, sauce bacon until browned and crispy, 8-12 minutes.Remove bacon, set aside on paper towel, and discard excess bacon grease.Peel and cube potatoes. Add subbed potatoes to the pot, stir gently into residual bacon grease, add chicken broth and bring to a boil.Stir in soup mix. Return to a simmer, cover and cook for 30 minutes.Stir in heavy cream, heat uncovered on low for 5 minutes.Top each serving with crumbled bacon. Add shredded cheese and/or sour cream, if desired.*Soup will continue to thicken, add broth, milk or water as needed.