Mashed Potato Soup

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All the goodness of a loaded baked potato go into the flavors of this easy Mashed Potato Soup -- a hearty recipe that will satisfy you on any cold night.

Recipe by MyRecipes April 2012

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Credit: Ryan Benyi; Styling: Lynn Miller

Recipe Summary

prep:
10 mins
cook:
30 mins
total:
40 mins
Yield:
Serves 6
Nutrition Info
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Ingredients

Directions

  • Prick potatoes all over with a fork; microwave on high until cooked through, turning once, 12 to 15 minutes total. Let cool slightly and scoop out flesh, discarding skins. Mash with a fork. In a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp, turning once, about 10 minutes total. Let cool, then crumble.

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  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and whisk until smooth and light golden, about 2 minutes. Slowly whisk in milk and cook, whisking, until thickened, 5 to 6 minutes.

  • Stir in cheese, potatoes and 1/2 tsp. each salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until cheese melts and soup is heated through. Whisk in sour cream. Check seasoning and add additional salt and pepper if desired. Divide among 6 soup bowls and sprinkle each with bacon and chives.

Chef's Notes

This recipe also appeared in the September 2010 issue.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:
464 calories; fat 26g; saturated fat 15g; protein 17g; carbohydrates 43g; fiber 2g; cholesterol 86mg; sodium 638mg.
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