Potato Soup

Perfect for those cold winter days. The ultimate definition of "comfort food".

3 Tablespoons butter
2 medium onions, diced
4 cups potatoes, diced
2 large carrots peeled and diced
3 cups milk
4 cups chicken broth
8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
2 teaspoons Basil

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Melt butter in large cooking pan. Add onions and cook until tender. Add chicken broth, potatoes, carrots and seasoning. Cover and cook gently until potatoes are tender (15-20 minutes). Stir in milk and crumbled bacon, bring back to a simmer. Thicken as desired with potato flakes or flour/milk paste.

Makes: 8 servings

Serve with: Homemade bread and chunks of extra-sharp cheddar

Enjoy!!