Ingredients
- 2 medium Potatoes, Russet washed and dried
- 1 small Cauliflower stem removed, cut into florets
- 1
1/2 cups Chicken Broth - 1
1/2 cups Milk, 1% 1/2 cups Sour Cream, Low-Fat- 10 tbsp Cheddar Cheese, Sharp
- 6 tbsp Chives chopped, divided
- 3 slices Bacon cooked and crumbled
Garnish
Steps
- 1 Pierce potatoes with a fork; microwave on high for 5 minutes turn over and microwave another 3 - 5 minutes, until tender. Or if you prefer to use your oven, bake at 400° for 1 hour or until tender. Cool. Peel potatoes.
- 2 If using, don\'t forget to cook the bacon.
- 3 Meanwhile, steam cauliflower with water in a large covered pot until tender. Drain and return to pot.
- 4 On medium heat, add chicken broth, milk, potatoes and bring to a boil.
- 5 Use an immersion blender (or blend in a regular blender and return to pot) to puree until smooth.
- 6 Add sour cream, half the chives, salt and pepper and cook on low another 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 7 Remove from heat. Ladle 1 cup soup into each bowl. Top each serving with 2 tbsp cheese, remaining chives, and bacon.