Cheesy Potato Soup

Health score
5%
Cheesy Potato Soup
30 min.
4
231kcal

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Warm up your day with a delightful bowl of Cheesy Potato Soup, a comforting dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Ready in just 30 minutes, this creamy soup is not only quick to prepare but also packed with flavor and nutrition, making it an ideal choice for a cozy family dinner or a satisfying snack. With each serving containing only 231 calories, you can indulge without the guilt!

This soup combines the heartiness of red potatoes with the rich creaminess of reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, creating a luscious texture that will leave you craving more. The addition of green onions and a hint of ground red pepper adds a delightful kick, elevating the flavor profile to new heights. Whether you’re serving it as a starter, an antipasti, or simply enjoying it as a snack, this Cheesy Potato Soup is sure to impress your guests and family alike.

Perfect for chilly evenings or as a comforting lunch option, this recipe is not only delicious but also versatile. Pair it with a fresh salad or some crusty bread for a complete meal. So grab your frying pan and saucepan, and let’s get cooking! Your taste buds will thank you for this delightful culinary experience.

Ingredients

  • tablespoon butter 
  • 2.5 tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • tablespoons green onions chopped
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper red
  • 1.3 cups milk 1% low-fat
  • 0.8 cup lower-sodium chicken broth fat-free
  • cup onion chopped
  • pound potatoes red chopped
  • ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded reduced-fat
  • 0.5 cup water 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add onion to pan; saut 5 minutes or until onion is tender.
  3. Sprinkle with flour; cook 1 minute, stirring onion mixture constantly.
  4. Add potato, milk, broth, and 1/2 cup water to pan; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes.
  5. Add 1/2 cup reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese and ground red pepper; cook 2 minutes or until cheese melts, stirring frequently. Top each serving evenly with 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Calories231kcal
Protein16.49%
Fat32.94%
Carbs50.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
60.75
Glycemic Load
3.56
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
11.321739176045%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
2mg
Kaempferol
0.3mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
9.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:231.05kcal
11.55%
Fat:8.62g
13.26%
Saturated Fat:5.01g
31.29%
Carbohydrates:29.77g
9.92%
Net Carbohydrates:26.95g
9.8%
Sugar:6.95g
7.73%
Cholesterol:25.39mg
8.46%
Sodium:250.55mg
10.89%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.71g
19.41%
Potassium:807.93mg
23.08%
Phosphorus:228.85mg
22.89%
Calcium:218.36mg
21.84%
Vitamin C:13.32mg
16.15%
Vitamin B6:0.3mg
15.02%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.06%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.02%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.66%
Selenium:7.97µg
11.39%
Fiber:2.83g
11.32%
Magnesium:43.72mg
10.93%
Folate:43.13µg
10.78%
Vitamin B12:0.61µg
10.1%
Vitamin K:10.38µg
9.89%
Copper:0.19mg
9.36%
Zinc:1.33mg
8.88%
Vitamin A:438.7IU
8.77%
Vitamin B3:1.74mg
8.7%
Vitamin B5:0.72mg
7.17%
Iron:1.2mg
6.68%
Vitamin D:0.9µg
5.98%
Vitamin E:0.26mg
1.73%
Source:My Recipes