This is a tasty almost-veggie soup. It does have a little bit of bacon in it.
Makes: 4 servings
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
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Ingredients:
- 4 slices thick cut bacon, chopped
- 1 medium white onion, chopped
- 2 cups corn
- 1 medium zucchini, chopped
- 1 pound small potatoes, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper , chopped
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 t dried thyme
- 1 t paprika
- 3 T all-purpose flour
- 1 quart chicken stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Hot sauce, to taste
- Popcorn or crackers
1. Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add bacon and cook until slightly crisp.
2. Add onions, corn, zucchini, potatoes, bell pepper, thyme, bay leaf, paprika, and salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 7-8 minutes until the veggies start to soften.
3. Sprinkle flour into pot. Stir and cook 1 minute.
4. Add the stock. Bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and let the sauce thicken.
5. Add the cream, parsley, and hot sauce and simmer 5 more minutes.
6. Serve with crackers or popcorn.
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