Best Makeover Potato Cheese Soup Recipes
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.
LEFTOVER BAKED POTATO SOUP
Steps:
- In a large saucepot, over high heat melt the butter and add the leeks and garlic. Cook over medium heat until they are translucent. Add the hot stock and whisk to combine.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the riced potatoes, buttermilk, sour cream, and grated Parmesan. Add this mixture to the soup stirring constantly. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from the heat and add the Sherry vinegar.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with chives.
MAKEOVER POTATO CHEESE SOUP
This makeover recipe has about 40% fewer calories, two-thirds less fat, less than half the saturated fat, about half the cholesterol and a third less sodium of the original. Yet its comforting taste and creamy consistency will surely please the soup lovers in your family!-Bethany Thayer, Troutville, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, combine first six ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in celery and red pepper; simmer for 10 minutes or until tender. Reduce heat to low. stir in process cheese and mayonnaise until blended. add cheddar and Swiss cheeses; stir until melted. Stir in the potato flakes and pepper. Remove from the heat; let stand for 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 520mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
POTATO CHEESE SOUP WITH VELVEETA®
A rich potato soup that also has carrot, onion and celery. The chicken base also contributes to its complex flavor. Chicken base is a strong reduction of chicken stock that is normally sold in a resealable plastic jar and should be kept refrigerated.
Provided by Shauna
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Potato Soup Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large pot over high heat, combine the potatoes and carrot with water to cover and boil for 10 to 15 minutes, or until tender.
- In a separate large skillet over medium heat, saute the celery and onion in the margarine for about 10 minutes.
- Drain all but about 2 cups of the water from the potatoes and carrots; add 4 cups milk. Reduce heat to low and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the onion and celery mixture to the pot and stir in the chicken soup base. Heat slowly, then add the cheese. Allow the cheese to melt, stirring all together well.
- In a small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in the 1/2 cup milk and pour into the soup. Mix well until thickened.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 421.2 calories, Carbohydrate 39.1 g, Cholesterol 38.5 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 1176.7 mg, Sugar 9.6 g
POTATO CHEESE SOUP
A rich potato soup. It'll warm you up on a cold winter day!
Provided by Marilyn Johnson
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, vegetable broth and salt to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until potatoes are just tender. Do not rinse: mash mixture slightly. Stir in milk.
- In a small mixing bowl, blend butter, flour, parsley, and pepper; stir into potato mixture. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly.
- Remove from heat: add cheese and stir until cheese is almost melted. Let soup stand for 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.3 calories, Carbohydrate 37.1 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 12.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 638.4 mg, Sugar 7.8 g
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