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Step 1
Bake potatoes until tender. Cool, peel and chop into small pieces. Set aside.
Step 2
In a large soup pot, melt the butter over medium-low heat.
Step 3
Add the diced onion to the pot and cook until the onion is soft and translucent.
Step 4
Add the flour and cook, stirring often, for about 3 minutes.
Step 5
Pour in the chicken broth and water. Season with celery salt, black pepper, and basil.
Step 6
Bring to a boil, stirring often.
Step 7
Gradually add the heavy cream until the soup is rich and creamy.
Step 8
Add the potatoes to the soup.
Step 9
Simmer for approximately 5 minutes to warm the potatoes all the way through.
Step 10
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with Cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and scallions.