INGREDIENTS
6 cups
potatoes, peeled & cubed (about 6 med-large)
1
medium onion, chopped
3 cloves
garlic, minced
3
ribs celery, diced
4 cups
chicken stock
3 tbsp
fresh basil, coarsely chopped (about 3-4 large leaves)*
3
slices thick-cut bacon, diced
1 1/2 tsp
salt
1/2 tsp
white pepper
1/2 cup
shredded sharp (or smoked) provolone
1 cup
shredded sharp cheddar cheese (preferably white)
2 cups
cream (heavy, light or half & half)*
2/3 cup
flour
4 tbsp
butter
Garnish:
1/2 cup
fresh parsley, chopped
4
slices cooked bacon, diced or julienne
2
green onions, finely sliced
1/2 cup
shredded sharp cheddar cheese (preferably yellow)