Why not try Federico's Potato, Bacon and Parmesan Soup this winter? Soup is a quick and easy way to warm up on a cold evening and it's the perfect remedy for a nasty flu!
Ingredients
Why not try Federico's Potato, Bacon and Parmesan Soup this winter? Soup is a quick and easy way to warm up on a cold evening and it's the perfect remedy for a nasty flu!
- 1 pinch Black Pepper
- 200 g Low Fat Butter
- 250 ml Low Fat Milk
- 250 g Back Bacon Slices or ham or gammon (cooked or raw), shredded or cut into small strips
- 80 g Parmesan Cheese Shavings
- 500 g Potatoes peeled and cut into large chunks, or leftover roast potatoes
- 500 ml Water hot
Method
1. Preheat the oven to 200°C/gas mark 6. Line a baking tray with non-stick baking paper.
2. Cook the potatoes in plenty of salted boiling water until tender, then drain and set aside. If you’re using leftover roast potatoes, go straight to step 3.
3. Melt the butter in a medium-sized saucepan, then add the cooked potatoes and fry for a few minutes to let them get a little bit of colour. Add the hot water and milk and cook together for a few minutes more.
4. Meanwhile, place the cooked shredded meat on the lined baking tray and reheat in the oven for 5 minutes. If you’re using uncooked meat, then cook it for 8 to 10 minutes, until it’s completely cooked through and crispy.
5. Using a hand blender, blend the potatoes and milk together until a smooth cream is formed. If it’s too thick, add a little more milk or even water. Stir in most of the cooked meat and most of the grated Parmesan. Taste and season with a pinch of freshly ground black pepper.
6. To serve, ladle into warmed soup bowls and garnish with the reserved meat, Parmesan and another grinding of black pepper.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Federico Reizzo is a SuperValu Good Food Karma ambassador.
