Pepper Cheese And Pancetta Chowder 5fix

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5-ingredient fix contest entry. this recipe is creamy with a hint of spicy. this is a nice soup to have on a wintery day, but can be enjoyed any time of the year. very easy to make, thanks to simply potatoes.

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Steps

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Dice pancetta bacon and cook in a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat until crisped.

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Remove bacon from skillet onto a paper towel and reserve oil.

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Prepare potatoes according to package directions in pancetta oil , except dont cook as long as required.

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The potatoes need just a little browning.

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Remove potatoes from skillet and drain on paper towel.

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Pour heavy cream into a heavy bottom sauce pan.

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Add potatoes to cream and continue to warm / cook over low heat for 20 minutes , stirring frequently.

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Add pancetta and about 4 ounces of the pepper cheese.

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Finally , add chicken base and continue to warm over low heat , stirring constantly , until cheese has melted.

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Remove from heat and serve.

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Taste soup before adding chicken base flavoring.

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The pancetta is salty and adds a lot of flavor , so if youre watching your salt intake , you may want to leave out the chicken base.

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Recipe makes 4 servings.

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Ingredients

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simply potatoes diced potatoes with onion, heavy whipping cream, pancetta, monterey jack pepper cheese, chicken base