Baked Potato-and-Bacon Soup

Gluten Free
Health score
7%
Baked Potato-and-Bacon Soup
45 min.
18
236kcal

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Indulge in the warmth and comfort of our delectable Baked Potato-and-Bacon Soup, a gluten-free delight that’s perfect for any occasion. This hearty soup combines the rich flavors of crispy bacon with tender baking potatoes, making it an irresistible starter to kick off your meal or a satisfying snack to enjoy any time of day. With its creamy texture and savory notes, every spoonful is a cozy embrace, inviting you to take a moment to savor life’s little pleasures.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch that generously serves 18 hungry guests, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or family dinners. Each bowl is not only delicious but also surprisingly nutritious, packing in a balanced caloric breakdown that caters to both your taste buds and your lifestyle. The combination of green onions and reduced-fat cheddar cheese adds a fresh and creamy finish, ensuring that every bite is a flavorful adventure.

Whether you're entertaining friends or simply treating yourself, this soup is an homage to comfort food at its best. So roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and get ready to delight your palate with a dish that will surely become a favorite in your culinary repertoire!

Ingredients

  • slices bacon 
  • 5.3 pounds baking potatoes 
  •  bay leaves 
  • 0.8 teaspoon pepper black
  • cups fat-skimmed beef broth fat-free
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 1.3 cups spring onion sliced
  • 7.5 cups milk 1% low-fat
  • 4.5 cups onion chopped
  • teaspoon salt 
  • ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded reduced-fat finely

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • potato masher
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 40
  2. Pierce potatoes with a fork; bake at 400 for 1 hour or until tender. Cool slightly. Partially mash potatoes, including skins, with a potato masher; set aside.
  3. Cook bacon in a Dutch oven over medium heat until crisp.
  4. Remove bacon from pan; crumble.
  5. Add onion to bacon drippings in pan; saut 5 minutes.
  6. Add salt, garlic, and bay leaf; saut 2 minutes.
  7. Add potato, milk, pepper, and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes. Stir in parsley, if desired. Top individual servings with bacon, green onions, and cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories236kcal
Protein16.47%
Fat27.08%
Carbs56.45%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.93
Glycemic Load
19.87
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
12.750434714815%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
2mg
Kaempferol
0.36mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
8.88mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:235.81kcal
11.79%
Fat:7.24g
11.14%
Saturated Fat:3.26g
20.4%
Carbohydrates:33.94g
11.31%
Net Carbohydrates:31.32g
11.39%
Sugar:7.65g
8.5%
Cholesterol:18.44mg
6.15%
Sodium:439.91mg
19.13%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.9g
19.81%
Vitamin B6:0.61mg
30.59%
Phosphorus:242.18mg
24.22%
Potassium:824.46mg
23.56%
Calcium:214.92mg
21.49%
Vitamin K:17.35µg
16.53%
Manganese:0.3mg
15.23%
Vitamin C:12.07mg
14.63%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.61%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.47%
Vitamin B12:0.8µg
13.36%
Magnesium:51.51mg
12.88%
Selenium:7.74µg
11.06%
Vitamin B3:2.13mg
10.65%
Fiber:2.62g
10.48%
Vitamin B5:0.94mg
9.39%
Copper:0.18mg
8.79%
Zinc:1.31mg
8.74%
Folate:34.61µg
8.65%
Iron:1.45mg
8.06%
Vitamin D:1.16µg
7.75%
Vitamin A:347.04IU
6.94%
Vitamin E:0.18mg
1.18%
Source:My Recipes