Easiest-Ever Loaded Potato Soup

Gluten Free
Health score
8%
Easiest-Ever Loaded Potato Soup
15 min.
6
260kcal

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Welcome to the ultimate comfort food experience with our Easiest-Ever Loaded Potato Soup! Perfectly gluten-free and ready in just 15 minutes, this delightful dish is ideal for a quick lunch, a cozy dinner, or any time you crave something warm and satisfying. With a creamy base and loaded with flavor, this soup is sure to become a family favorite.

Imagine a rich, velvety soup that combines the heartiness of country-style mashed potatoes with the sharpness of Cheddar cheese and the savory crunch of crispy bacon. Each spoonful is a delightful blend of textures and tastes that will warm you from the inside out. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to whip up, making it a fantastic option for busy weeknights or unexpected guests.

Not only is this soup delicious, but it also offers a balanced caloric profile, with 260 kcal per serving, making it a guilt-free indulgence. The combination of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates ensures that you’ll feel satisfied without the heaviness. And for those who love a pop of freshness, a sprinkle of sliced green onions adds the perfect finishing touch.

So grab your saucepan and whisk, and let’s dive into this creamy, cheesy, and utterly delicious loaded potato soup that’s sure to impress everyone at your table!

Ingredients

  • cups milk 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  • 24 oz potatoes refrigerated country-style mashed
  • oz sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 0.3 cup bacon crumbled cooked
  • serving spring onion sliced

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • wooden spoon

Directions

  1. In 3-quart saucepan, mix milk, salt, pep- per and potatoes, breaking up potatoes with whisk or wooden spoon.
  2. Heat to boiling over high heat; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 4 minutes, stirring frequently with whisk, until thoroughly heated.
  3. Remove from heat; stir in 2/3 cup of the cheese.
  4. Top individual servings with remaining 1/3 cup cheese and the bacon; garnish with onions.

Nutrition Facts

Calories260kcal
Protein18.75%
Fat41.37%
Carbs39.88%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.46
Glycemic Load
16.83
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
12.790434728498%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.92mg
Quercetin
0.9mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:260.4kcal
13.02%
Fat:12.09g
18.6%
Saturated Fat:6.5g
40.59%
Carbohydrates:26.23g
8.74%
Net Carbohydrates:23.67g
8.61%
Sugar:6.84g
7.6%
Cholesterol:38.2mg
12.73%
Sodium:449.85mg
19.56%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.33g
24.66%
Calcium:299.38mg
29.94%
Phosphorus:293.32mg
29.33%
Vitamin C:22.53mg
27.31%
Vitamin B6:0.45mg
22.41%
Potassium:703.47mg
20.1%
Vitamin B2:0.3mg
17.65%
Vitamin B12:0.91µg
15.17%
Selenium:10.41µg
14.87%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.77%
Magnesium:47.77mg
11.94%
Zinc:1.67mg
11.15%
Fiber:2.56g
10.25%
Manganese:0.2mg
10.23%
Vitamin D:1.47µg
9.83%
Vitamin B5:0.92mg
9.24%
Vitamin B3:1.83mg
9.17%
Vitamin A:401.91IU
8.04%
Copper:0.14mg
6.9%
Folate:22.78µg
5.7%
Iron:0.99mg
5.51%
Vitamin K:5.32µg
5.06%
Vitamin E:0.24mg
1.61%