Potato and Cheese Soup

Vegetarian
Health score
5%
Potato and Cheese Soup
46 min.
5
197kcal

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Looking for a delicious and comforting vegetarian soup that's both light and satisfying? Look no further than this Potato and Cheese Soup! This hearty recipe serves 5 and can be ready in just 46 minutes, making it perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a cozy weekend supper. With only 197 calories per serving, you can indulge in this creamy, flavorful soup without any guilt.

This Potato and Cheese Soup is versatile, serving as a delightful soup, antipasti, starter, snack, or even a main course when paired with a side salad or bread. The combination of tender Yukon gold potatoes and rich Asiago cheese creates a mouthwatering taste experience, while the use of fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth keeps the soup light and healthy.

To make this soup, you'll need a food processor and a Dutch oven, both of which are common kitchen tools that most home cooks already own. The recipe calls for a variety of fresh ingredients, including leeks, garlic, and sliced green onions, which add a depth of flavor that will have your taste buds dancing with joy.

With a caloric breakdown that includes 18.53% protein, 28.3% fat, and 53.17% carbs, this Potato and Cheese Soup is a well-balanced meal that will keep you satisfied and energized. So why not give this recipe a try and treat yourself to a warm, comforting bowl of Potato and Cheese Soup? You won't be disappointed!

Ingredients

  • ounces asiago cheese grated
  • cups baking potatoes cubed peeled ( 3 medium)
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.5 teaspoon chervil dried
  • cups fat-skimmed beef broth fat-free
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • clove garlic minced
  • cup leek sliced ( 1 large)
  • 1.5 teaspoons butter light
  • cup milk 2% reduced-fat
  • 1.5 teaspoons olive oil 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Heat oil and butter in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat until butter melts.
  2. Add leeks and garlic; saut 2 to 3 minutes or until leeks are tender.
  3. Reduce heat to medium.
  4. Add flour; cook 1 minute. Gradually add broth, stirring constantly until slightly thick.
  5. Add potato and chervil. Bring to a boil; cover and simmer 30 to 35 minutes or until potato is tender.
  6. Place 1/2 of soup in a food processor; process until smooth. Return mixture to Dutch oven; stir well. Stir in milk, cheese, salt, and pepper; cook 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Top with green onions, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories197kcal
Protein18.53%
Fat28.3%
Carbs53.17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
56.15
Glycemic Load
17.11
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
10.591739228238%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.48mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:197.36kcal
9.87%
Fat:6.3g
9.7%
Saturated Fat:3.17g
19.81%
Carbohydrates:26.65g
8.88%
Net Carbohydrates:24.95g
9.07%
Sugar:3.96g
4.4%
Cholesterol:13.05mg
4.35%
Sodium:886.05mg
38.52%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.29g
18.57%
Calcium:221.95mg
22.19%
Vitamin B6:0.41mg
20.5%
Phosphorus:201.21mg
20.12%
Manganese:0.32mg
15.83%
Potassium:536.7mg
15.33%
Selenium:9.49µg
13.56%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
13.03%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.16%
Vitamin B3:2.21mg
11.06%
Vitamin B12:0.66µg
11.01%
Vitamin K:11.26µg
10.72%
Folate:40.02µg
10.01%
Iron:1.78mg
9.88%
Magnesium:39.01mg
9.75%
Vitamin A:460.63IU
9.21%
Vitamin C:7.55mg
9.15%
Copper:0.16mg
7.93%
Vitamin B5:0.71mg
7.11%
Fiber:1.7g
6.79%
Zinc:0.9mg
6.03%
Vitamin E:0.41mg
2.76%
Source:My Recipes