Ingredients

  • 2 quarts chicken stock
  • 12 cup all-purpose flour
  • 12 ounces evaporated milk
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups Velveeta cheese, cubed
  • 3 medium potatoes, cubed
  • 6 slices smoked bacon
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chives, minced

Method

  • Cut bacon into small pieces.
  • Fry in a large skillet until crispy.
  • Remove bacon and drain on a paper towel.
  • Cook potatoes in bacon grease until browned.
  • Remove from skillet then add onion and garlic and cook until onion is soft.
  • Remove from skillet and set aside with the potatoes.
  • In a large stock pot bring chicken stock to a boil.
  • Whisk in flour until no lumps remain.
  • Bring back to a boil then turn heat down to maintain a simmer.
  • Add Velveeta, water and evaporated milk.
  • Stir until cheese is melted.
  • Add potatoes, onion and garlic to soup.
  • Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve in a bowl garnished with bacon and chives.