MAKEOVER BAKED POTATO SOUP
This soup holds on to its decadent qualities and mouthwatering flavor even though the Taste of Home Test Kitchen slashed the fat and calories it contained. -Judy Tyler, Bossier City, Louisiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Scrub and pierce potatoes; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 8-12 minutes or until tender, turning once., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels., In the drippings, saute onion until tender. Stir in 1/4 cup flour; cook and stir for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown. Gradually stir in broth. Add the parsley, garlic, basil, salt, pepper and hot pepper sauce. Bring to boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened., In a small bowl, whisk the remaining flour with milk until smooth; add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened., Peel and cube potatoes; add to soup. Add bacon. Cook and stir until heated through. Add cheese and green onions; stir just until cheese is melted. Garnish with additional parsley, cheese, green onions and bacon if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 235 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 720mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
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Muhammad Ali Shakir
[email protected]This soup is amazing! It's so creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be making it again.
odey vincent
[email protected]This soup was a bit too thick for my taste. I think I would add more milk or broth next time.
Tyler Cattanach
[email protected]I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I always add a little bit of extra cheese and bacon to make it even more delicious.
Mohammed Arif
[email protected]This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's creamy, cheesy, and so flavorful. I love to make it on a cold winter day.
Lilette Williams
[email protected]I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I highly recommend it.
Luna cadlens
[email protected]This soup was a disappointment. It was bland and flavorless. I followed the recipe exactly, but it just didn't turn out well.
edwin ivey
[email protected]I love this soup! It's so creamy and cheesy. I always add a little bit of extra bacon and cheese to make it even more delicious.
Heather Ralston
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and the soup is always delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
Albert Mumo
[email protected]I made this soup last night and it was a huge success! My husband and kids loved it. It was creamy, cheesy, and so flavorful.
Sue-Ellen Murdock
[email protected]This soup was amazing! The flavors were perfect and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making it again and again.
Giant mean
[email protected]I've never been a fan of baked potato soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so easy to make and so delicious. I will definitely be making it again.
Sonia CreativeMinds
[email protected]This baked potato soup was a hit with my family! It was creamy, cheesy, and loaded with flavor. I added a bit of extra garlic and chives, and it was perfect.