Potato Soup-Panera style

By DDownes

Ingredients

• 4 C. chicken broth
• 4 C. peeled and cubed potatoes
• 1/4 C. minced onion
• 1/2 tsp. seasoning salt
• 1/4 tsp. white pepper
• 1/4 tsp. ground red pepper (cayenne)
• 8 oz. cream cheese, cut in chunks

Preparation

Step 1

Combine broth, potatoes, onion and spices.
Boil on medium until potatoes are tender.
Smash a few poatatoes to release starch for thickening.
Reduce to low heat.
Add cream cheese and stir until completely melted.
If desired-top with shredded cheddar cheese and bacon crumbles.