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Potato and bacon soup

Recipe Information

Description:
Potato and bacon soup is a delicious American recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 5 minutes of prep time and about 1 hour, 20 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 1 hour, 25 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 18 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 18
Preparation Time 5 Minutes
Cook Time 1 Hour, 20 Minutes
Total Time 1 Hour, 25 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Potatoes; Bacon
Category Vegetables; Meat
Meal Lunch; Dinner; Snack
Type Appetizer; Main Dish; Side Dish
Subtype Soup
Cuisine American
Cook Method Baking; Stove Top
Diet

Ingredients

  • 5 1/4 pounds baking potatoes

  • 7 bacon slices

  • 4 1/2 cups onion, chopped

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 5 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 bay leaf

  • 7 1/2 cups 1% milk

  • 3/4 teaspoon black pepper

  • 3 cups fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth

  • 1 1/4 cups green onions, sliced

  • 1 1/4 cups finely shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese

Directions

  • Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F.

  • Poke holes in the potatoes with a fork and place in oven. Bake for 1 hour or until tender.

  • Partially mash the potatoes, including the skins.

  • In a pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove from pot and crumble.

  • Add the onion to the bacon grease in pan and cook for 5 minutes.

  • Add the garlic, bay leaf, and salt, then cook for another 2 minutes.

  • Add the potatoes, milk, black pepper, and broth then bring entire mixture to a boil.

  • Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 10 minutes.

  • To serve, spoon 1 cup of soup into bowl and top with 1 teaspoon bacon, 1 tablespoon cheese, and 1 tablespoon green onions.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 237 cal

  • Total fat: 8g

  • Saturated fat: 4g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 3g

  • Cholesterol: 15mg

  • Sodium: 394mg

  • Carbohydrate: 32g

  • Fiber: 3g

  • Protein: 11g