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Nutritional Info

Servings Per Recipe: 8
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 229.3

Total Fat: 8.3 g
Cholesterol: 24.6 mg
Sodium: 183.3 mg
Total Carbs: 31.4 g
Dietary Fiber: 3.0 g
Protein: 8.6 g

View full nutritional breakdown of Baked Potato Soup calories by ingredient

Introduction

All the taste of a loaded baked potato, in a hearty soup. All the taste of a loaded baked potato, in a hearty soup.

Minutes to Prepare: 60

Minutes to Cook: 20

Number of Servings: 8

Ingredients

1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter

1 large white or yellow onion, diced (about 3/4 cup)

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 celery ribs, diced (about 1/4 cup)

1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

1 cup low-sodium or homemade chicken stock

1 pound potatoes, baked (about 3 medium potatoes), peeled and chopped

2 cups skim milk

1/8 teaspoon black pepper

2 strips bacon

2 green onions, sliced

1/2 cup reduced-fat shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Directions

Place a stock pot over medium heat, then add the butter.

When the butter is melted and frothy, add the onions. Cook for two minutes, then add the celery and garlic.

Sweat the vegetables for three minutes, then lower heat to medium-low. Stir in the flour.

Cook for two minutes, stirring constantly. Slowly whisk in the stock.

Add the potatoes then the milk.

Cook for about 20 minutes, never allowing the soup to boil, stirring occasionally.

Meanwhile, cook the bacon until crisp. Place on a paper towel, blot away any excess grease, then crumble.

After 20 minutes remove the soup from heat. If you prefer a smooth soup, use an immersion blender to puree it.

Serve immediately, garnishing with the bacon, green onions, and cheese.

Recipe makes 8 one-cup servings

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Member Ratings For This Recipe

LYNZISMOMV

Very Good

64 of 67 people found this review helpful

try using 1 cup of fat free half and half for one of the cups of skim milk and sub one cup of non-fat or low-fat sour cream for the cheese. this cuts out a ton of calories and makes a beautiful, smooth and creamy soup. top with some minced green onion and cracked pepper....yumm!! pure comfort food. - 10/22/09
ACINNOREV

Very Good

40 of 42 people found this review helpful

This is a large pot of soup for a small household. I stop the process before adding milk. About one third the recipe is left in the pan and a cup of milk added for now. The extra can be frozen in two or four containers and well labeled for later.Add milk to thawed mix for freshness - 10/22/11
ALISHA.HESS

33 of 37 people found this review helpful

if you are feeling lazy ((who?? us?? =]))...
my mom always uses a bag of frozen potatoes when making potato soup. they are already skinned and cup up so this will greatly reduce your prep time! i haven't made this recipe but i plan on it! - 10/22/09
SMILEY_MOM_GINA

Incredible!

29 of 30 people found this review helpful

This was absolutely great! We had enough for some left overs and I threw in broccoli and carrots with it the next day, oh also I left the peel on rather than taking it off and it was still so tasty! - 1/29/10
SNOEBUD

Incredible!

22 of 23 people found this review helpful

This soup is Wonderful for the cold rainy days suggestion for single people or smaller families you can always cut the recipes in half , Thank you !1 - 10/22/09
BAMAJAM

19 of 19 people found this review helpful

If cream soups are too thin, try adding a small amount of instant potato flakes-- this works great for me. - 12/28/11
DANCESWITHMOOSE

Very Good

17 of 19 people found this review helpful

I have been making similar soup for a while now, and find that by using a stick blender (inexpensive, versatile tool ), I can leave out the flour entirely for rich, thick soup. Take out 1/2 veggies (pot,celery,carrots,red bell ppr;puree rest, add milk, ff 1/2 & 1/2. Put reserved veggies back in ! - 10/22/09
TORTUETOO

Good

16 of 16 people found this review helpful

I didn't find this soup to be at all thin. However, like most of Chef Meg's recipes, it needs a good dose of salt and pepper to give it some life. Otherwise, it's quite bland. - 9/21/09
LUMPYDOODLE

Very Good

13 of 13 people found this review helpful

I used an immersion (stick) blender with this soup also and it made for a thick creamy soup without using flour. I needed to add salt and a little more pepper but even my family loved it. No one complained that I was serving them healthy food again. - 2/2/10
YARELL

11 of 11 people found this review helpful

I love her recipes, anyone can make! Comment for prominent onion person, there are some onions that have way more flavour, stick to mild, vidalia or Mayan Sweet if you don't like a strong bite. Maybe that's what happened. - 10/22/09
CICCISR

Good

6 of 7 people found this review helpful

I love potato soup but this one was a little thin. I will try to use more potatoes, less milk next time. - 10/22/09
EGGBASKET1

Very Good

6 of 6 people found this review helpful

RECIPE WAS VERY GOOD ! I ALWAYS SEASON TO MY TASTE. - 10/22/09
JSTBKOZ

Incredible!

5 of 5 people found this review helpful

Great discription of how to put it together. Adjusting the seasoning to taste. I didn't find there was to much onion. The thickness is just right for soup. - 10/22/09
NONNAOF2

Incredible!

4 of 4 people found this review helpful

This is perfect for the cold weather we are having! I had to adjust the amounts to make the soup in a smaller quantity. There are only two of us and we live in an apartment that has a very small freezer in our refrigerator. I didn't use the bacon to cut down on the sodium.The soup was delicious! - 10/22/12
CD3323224

4 of 7 people found this review helpful

c is for cup, t is for teaspoon. This sounds great, love soup, can't wait to try! Much lighter version than what I make now. - 10/22/09
TFAY511847

3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I can't wait to try this!!! Used to make a similar soup in college -both hearty/SUPER yummy! However, made it wo the butter & I used non-fat milk, bacon bits instead (or sometimes none). I let is simmer on the stove for quite a while so it got nice & thick. I even threw in some mix vegi's! YUM! - 10/22/12
KARENCHAPTER2

Good

3 of 4 people found this review helpful

I had to add some salt though - 10/11/09
KATIE4KIDS

O.K.

3 of 8 people found this review helpful

This soup was very thin and the onions were too prominent (I even used less than called for). - 9/13/09
FAYBEE3

O.K.

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I LOVE potato soup so I was eager to try this--was pretty disappointed--not very rich and creamy tasting--kind of blah. I ended up adding some clams to try to give it some flavor--still didn't do much for it. I'll stick to making it like my mom did on the stove. - 2/17/14
SUNNYARIZONA

Good

2 of 5 people found this review helpful

Sounds good, but I would use half and half, to eliminate those hidden sugars. Not concerned about the calories. Sugar is what makes you fat!!!! - 10/22/12
TIZZIEBELL

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

This sounds yummy! And, sounds like it has the flavor but not as high caloried. I like that! - 10/22/09
URANIUM

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

@Klarke79 -- capital T means tablespoon, lower-case t means teaspoon. - 10/22/09
STOPTHECRAVING

2 of 7 people found this review helpful

I'm a single person. How can I make a MUCH smaller portion of this soup? I'd have to eat it everyday for 2 weeks at this portion size! - 10/22/09
CD5594611

1 of 4 people found this review helpful

looks very good will make it for husband - 10/22/09
MARSHA48

Incredible!

1 of 4 people found this review helpful

I love potatoes and this sounds good. I am going to make it for Lunch today. Thank you for the recipe. - 10/22/09
CD5994319

1 of 7 people found this review helpful

Can someone tell me what the c and t mean in the recipe quantities. i.e 1/4 c celery - 10/22/09
JUSTJ2014

This is a really easy recipe. I did leave the bacon off for lower calories - 3/19/21
CD6913562

I love this potato soup. - 1/4/21
NANASUEH

yummy - 12/3/20
CD26508743

Looks yummy - 11/4/20
JVANAM

Incredible!

Some minor, but flavorful, alterations. Instead of Chicken Stock I used 3/4 cup Vegetable Stock and 1/4 cup White Wine. And instead of Bacon I use Yves Vegetable Canadian Bacon with a dash of Smokey or Italian Paprika. Reduces the Fat and boosts the Flavor. - 9/4/20
SISTERPRETTY

Interesting...will try... - 8/27/20
MWHIGGINS

I cant wait to try this one. - 8/27/20
MOOKBALL

Incredible!

First ate this soup in Xela, Guatamala. I looked for the recipe and have made it several times. Tasty, hearty soup. - 8/27/20
PATTYMCGRAW

can't wait to try it - 8/27/20
NEPTUNE1939

Very Good

tasty - 8/27/20
RHOOK20047

Incredible!

Made some mod with so low-to-no fat products and it turned out heavenly. MY family loved it. - 8/27/20
GRAMPIAN

Worth the effort. - 8/12/20
4CONNIESHEALTH

Incredible!

This was great, Thanks! - 8/11/20
NASFKAB

Used turkey bacon - 8/9/20
CD2693807

yummy - 7/17/20
HOLLYM48

Incredible!

I love this baked potato soup recipe! Delicious - 6/3/20
NELLJONES

I used red potatoes, I let them cook in the soup rather than pre-baking. It's a simple potato soup, always a treat! - 5/3/20
BLAZINGPHOENIX

Good

Perfect rainy day comfort food without the guilt. I did cheat a bit and sprinkle some bacon bits on top though! - 3/13/20
FEDEXLADY47

Love potato soup - 3/13/20
LIBR@RYL@DY

Incredible!

YUM - 2/17/20
FISHGUT3

thanks - 2/15/20
CORVETTECOWBOY

Very Good

Potato soup is wonderful for the cold rainy/snowy days... - 2/4/20
CZARAPKAR

Very Good

- 1/22/20
ROSSYFLOSSY

Very Good

Delicious recipe. - 12/21/19
PWILLOW1

Oh my gosh. This was so tasty. I love to do soup in a big batch and freeze the leftovers in serving size containers. - 12/14/19
METAFUKARI

Very Good

I used less milk and cheese as I am avoiding dairy,but the soup is fine! - 12/14/19
LIL-VIXEN

Very Good

I made this soup and it was very hearty and delicious. - 12/9/19
BILLTHOMSON

Very Good

This soup was delicious, but I kept it to a cup portion being I am diabetic. A smaller portion allows me to have it. - 11/29/19
CD15799877

Incredible!

So easy and delicious. I followed the recipe and added a can of corn. A very filling comfort food. - 10/21/19
WHITEANGEL4

Incredible!

Favorite cold weather soup - 9/20/19
SUNSHINE99999

So good - 8/27/19
KEITATP

Yummy!!! - 7/23/19
LOSER05

Incredible!

yummy - 5/20/19
SRIVERS1

Incredible!

This came out really good. Hubby really enjoyed it. - 4/21/19
AZMOMXTWO

thank you - 3/31/19
GEORGE815

Nice recipe - 3/25/19
LEGENDIS

Very Good

Made this today. DIdn't have the right taste so I added evaporated milk and it was great. Will try it again using 1% or 2% milk. - 2/16/19
CD1987279

delicious - 2/15/19
JANIEWWJD

Yummy!! Delicious!!!!!! - 2/8/19
POSEY440

Very Good

Looks great - 1/13/19
CECTARR

Thanks - 11/28/18
MNABOY

Good

good and filling - 11/24/18
HOTPINKCAMARO49

Yummy! - 11/23/18
DMEYER4

Very Good

I liked this recipe - 11/9/18
EVIE4NOW

Very Good

I think you forgot the shredded carrots? I soften them up with the onions. I also toss in some chopped sweet red peppers for color. - 10/28/18
BONNIE1552

Going to have to try this one on a cool evening. - 9/17/18
KACEYSW

Very Good

I used no sodium broth and extra celery. I also eliminated 1 cup of the skim milk for 1/2 cup of FF sour cream for creaminess. - 9/12/18
AMBER461

Good, thanks for sharing. - 9/8/18
CD4114015

Incredible!

great - 9/4/18
JIACOLO

Looks great for a cold fall night - 8/30/18
SHOAPIE

I love potato soup! - 8/22/18
RAPUNZEL53

Will try vegetarian version. - 4/11/18
CHERYLHURT

Nice - 4/3/18
JANTHEBLONDE

Incredible!

This baked potato soup recipe is absolutely delicious! I didn't change a thing - 2/15/18
RANJO74

- 1/17/18
DJ4HEALTH

very good - 1/16/18
TWEETYKC00

I like adding some veggies in to perk it up sometimes, but good like this as well. - 12/21/17
SUSANBEAMON

I like more pieces of potato in my soup. so I don't bake the potatoes first. - 12/21/17
KATHYJO56

Very Good

this is very good - 12/17/17
ROBBIEY

Incredible!

I know this is good, I have made something similar. - 12/8/17
PICKIE98

Incredible!

I also put slice carrots in mine for color and texture. Delish! - 12/5/17
BIKE4HEALTH

Very good - 11/27/17
ANHELIC

Incredible!

I used 2% milk and low fat sour cream. It turned out absolutely scrumptious. felt this was better than any other soups I made. Thanks for sharing. - 11/27/17
USMAWIFE

Incredible!

i leave the cheese off - 11/17/17
2DAWN4

It was good. - 11/12/17
CD13628286

Very Good

For the two of us, I make 1/3 the recipe. Previous suggestions are perfect! - 11/12/17
BUSYGRANNY5

Very Good

Delicious!! I read and followed some of the recommendations from prior members which made this an even better soup!!! - 10/22/17
ARTJAC

YUMMY - 10/21/17
TMHMK911

Excited to try this on a fall day - 10/21/17
BONDMANUS2002

Looks good - 9/24/17
TOMATOCAFEGAL

Incredible!

Love homemade potato soup! - 9/5/17
1CRAZYDOG

Nice recipe. Thanks. Will be making this again. - 9/5/17
LIZSPRINGSTEEN

Sounds good! - 7/12/17
RECOVERYMAMA

Very Good

I edited the recipe by adding a lot more celery, to add more vegetables. Great stuff!! - 5/11/17

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