Hearty Potato Soup

Vegetarian
Health score
9%
Hearty Potato Soup
218 min.
8
297kcal

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Warm up your soul with a bowl of our Hearty Potato Soup, a delightful vegetarian dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This comforting soup is not only rich in flavor but also incredibly satisfying, making it an ideal starter or snack for gatherings with family and friends. With a preparation time of just over three hours, you can set it and forget it in your slow cooker, allowing the ingredients to meld together beautifully.

Imagine the aroma of fresh vegetables and herbs wafting through your kitchen as the soup simmers to perfection. The combination of tender potatoes, sweet carrots, and crisp celery creates a hearty base, while the addition of fat-free half-and-half gives it a creamy texture without the guilt. Each bowl is served in a warm Italian bread bowl, adding a rustic touch that elevates the dining experience.

This recipe serves eight, making it perfect for a cozy family dinner or a gathering with friends. Plus, with only 297 calories per serving, you can indulge without compromising your health goals. Whether you’re looking for a comforting meal on a chilly day or a delicious starter for a festive feast, our Hearty Potato Soup is sure to impress. Don’t forget to garnish with fresh celery leaves for that extra pop of flavor and color!

Ingredients

  • servings combine everything in a bowl and chill italian
  •  carrots thinly sliced
  • rib celery thinly sliced
  • servings garnish: celery leaves fresh
  • teaspoon basil dried
  • 29 ounce chicken broth fat-free low-sodium canned
  • 1.5 cups half-and-half fat-free
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • medium onions diced
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  •  potatoes peeled cut into 1/2-inch cubes (2 1/2 pounds)
  • teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Combine first 8 ingredients in a 4 1/2-quart slow cooker.
  2. Cook, covered, at HIGH 3 hours or until vegetables are tender.
  3. Stir together flour and half-and-half; stir into soup. Cover and cook 30 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
  4. Serve in Italian Bread Bowls, and garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories297kcal
Protein9.89%
Fat24.22%
Carbs65.89%

Properties

Glycemic Index
41.07
Glycemic Load
23.66
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
15.469565282697%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
1.5mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
6.74mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:297.08kcal
14.85%
Fat:8.11g
12.48%
Saturated Fat:4.28g
26.76%
Carbohydrates:49.66g
16.55%
Net Carbohydrates:44.35g
16.13%
Sugar:11.71g
13.01%
Cholesterol:2.21mg
0.74%
Sodium:851.86mg
37.04%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.45g
14.9%
Vitamin A:2577.66IU
51.55%
Vitamin C:34.76mg
42.13%
Vitamin B6:0.57mg
28.59%
Potassium:939.32mg
26.84%
Fiber:5.31g
21.25%
Phosphorus:194.95mg
19.5%
Manganese:0.37mg
18.54%
Vitamin B3:3.64mg
18.18%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
16.11%
Folate:57.09µg
14.27%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.74%
Magnesium:54.94mg
13.73%
Iron:2.22mg
12.36%
Copper:0.23mg
11.36%
Vitamin B5:0.9mg
8.98%
Calcium:81.74mg
8.17%
Selenium:5.52µg
7.88%
Vitamin K:7.97µg
7.59%
Vitamin B12:0.44µg
7.26%
Zinc:1.01mg
6.7%
Vitamin E:0.16mg
1.07%
Source:My Recipes