Lakin/Thompson Recipes

Ingredients

1. 3 bacon strips, diced
2. 1 small onion, chopped
3. 1 clove garlic, minced
4. 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
5. 1 teaspoon salt
6. 1 teaspoon dried basil
7. 1/2 teaspoon pepper
8. 3 cups chicken broth
9. 2 large baked potatoes, peeled and cubed
10. 1 cup half-and-half cream
11. 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
12. Shredded Cheddar cheese
13. Minced fresh parsley

Preparation

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

Notes

Serve with Garlic bread and salad.