Potato Soup with Pumpernickel Gratin

Health score
8%
Potato Soup with Pumpernickel Gratin
35 min.
4
389kcal

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Warm up your day with a delightful bowl of Potato Soup with Pumpernickel Gratin! This comforting dish combines the rich flavors of crispy bacon, tender potatoes, and aromatic vegetables, creating a hearty meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner. The addition of caraway seeds adds a unique twist, enhancing the overall taste and making each spoonful a delightful experience.

What truly sets this recipe apart is the indulgent pumpernickel bread gratin, topped with gooey Swiss cheese. As the bread toasts under the broiler, it transforms into a crispy, cheesy delight that perfectly complements the creamy soup. This combination not only elevates the dish but also adds a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the smooth texture of the soup.

Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or when you want to impress guests with minimal effort. With only a handful of ingredients and simple steps, you can create a restaurant-quality meal right in your own kitchen. Each serving is packed with flavor and nutrition, making it a wholesome choice for the whole family. So grab your Dutch oven and get ready to savor a bowl of comfort that will warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds!

Ingredients

  • slices bacon cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 0.5 cup celery finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup onion chopped
  • cups potatoes peeled chopped
  • 28 oz beef broth canned
  • 0.5 cup water 
  • 0.5 teaspoon caraway seeds 
  • inch pumpernickel bread 
  • cup swiss cheese shredded

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • paper towels
  • ladle
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Cook bacon in Dutch oven over medium heat until crisp.
  2. Remove bacon from Dutch oven, reserving drippings; drain bacon on paper towels. Set aside.
  3. To bacon drippings in Dutch oven, add celery and onion. Cook over medium-high heat for 3 to 4 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently.
  4. Drain.
  5. Add potatoes, broth, water, caraway seed and cooked bacon. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 6 to 8 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
  6. Meanwhile, place bread slices on ungreased cookie sheet. Broil 3 to 5 inches from heat for 2 to 4 minutes or until toasted, turning once.
  7. Sprinkle each slice with about 1/4 cup cheese. Broil an additional 1 to 3 minutes or until cheese is bubbly.
  8. To serve, ladle soup into individual soup bowls. Top each with 1 cheese-topped bread slice.

Nutrition Facts

Calories389kcal
Protein17.69%
Fat51.1%
Carbs31.21%

Properties

Glycemic Index
56.44
Glycemic Load
20.8
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
15.956087055414%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.36mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Isorhamnetin
0.5mg
Kaempferol
1.35mg
Quercetin
3.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:388.66kcal
19.43%
Fat:22.15g
34.08%
Saturated Fat:9.58g
59.86%
Carbohydrates:30.44g
10.15%
Net Carbohydrates:26.43g
9.61%
Sugar:1.83g
2.03%
Cholesterol:46.89mg
15.63%
Sodium:1035.67mg
45.03%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.26g
34.51%
Vitamin C:32.21mg
39.04%
Phosphorus:327.68mg
32.77%
Vitamin B6:0.62mg
30.75%
Calcium:283.58mg
28.36%
Potassium:908.19mg
25.95%
Selenium:17.06µg
24.38%
Vitamin B3:4.65mg
23.26%
Vitamin B12:1.12µg
18.66%
Fiber:4.01g
16.06%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
15.76%
Manganese:0.31mg
15.58%
Magnesium:57.08mg
14.27%
Zinc:2.1mg
13.97%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.67%
Copper:0.22mg
10.78%
Iron:1.86mg
10.33%
Folate:39.25µg
9.81%
Vitamin B5:0.85mg
8.53%
Vitamin K:7.12µg
6.78%
Vitamin A:297.25IU
5.95%
Vitamin E:0.37mg
2.45%