RED POTATO SOUP

 

10 red potatoes, cubed or chunked

1 large onion, diced and sauteed in butter

5 cups water

3 tbsp chicken bouillon

1 tsp minced garlic

1 tbsp dry Ranch dressing mix

2 tsp dried parsley

salt to taste

freshly ground black pepper to taste

1 pkg (3-oz) real bacon bits

1 cup cream

1 cup grated cheddar cheese

1 cup sour cream

1/4 cup chopped green onion

In a slow cooker, put the potatoes, onion, water, bouillon, garlic, Ranch dressing mix, parsley, salt, pepper, and bacon bits; stir to blend.

Place lid on cooker and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours or until potatoes are tender.

Stir in the remaining ingredients and heat through.

Yield: 8 to 10 servings

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