Heart Healthy Baked Potato Soup

We love potato soup! And over the years, I have tried tons...I mean tons...of healthier options of this soup! Back in November, we tried a slow-cooker version that was really good, but this is hands down our favorite potato soup stove-top recipe.  Plus, it's very easy to make.

I got the recipe from the American Heart Association cookbook we use all the time.  I did make a couple of changes to their recipe...just to make things easier for me.  The original recipe makes enough for 4 people, but we always ran out, so I started doubling the recipe.  This the 4-serving recipe, so double everything if you need to.  

Ingredients

2 8-ounce baking potatoes

2 slices of turkey bacon

1 1/2 Tbsp of canola oil

1 small onion

2 1/2 TBS of all-purpose flour

1 3/4 cups of fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth

1 1/2 cups of fat free milk

1/2 cup fat-free sour cream

2 Tbsp of low-fat cheddar cheese

green onions for garnish 

First, you need to cook the the potatoes.  I usually cook them in the microwave because I forget, but you could cook them in the oven as well.  {425 degrees for about an 1 and 15 min.} Let them stand for about 15-20 minutes.  Cut in half and scoop out the flesh.  

In a dutch oven or soup pot, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat for 8 minutes.  Transfer to a small plate to cook, then crumble, and set aside.  

Using the oil in the same pan, cook the onion over medium-low heat until beginning to soften.  

Sprinkle the flour over the onions and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently.

Slowly whisk in the broth until the flour dissolves.  

Whisk in the milk.

Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a boil.  Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.  

Stir in the potato pieces.  Return to a simmer and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes. 

Whisk in the sour cream by spoonfuls. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes to heat through, but do not boil. 

Serve with sprinkled with cheese and green onions, and turkey bacon.  

For a heathy serving, I would only do 1/2 cup of soup but add a side of steamed broccoli and 4 slices of turkey bacon.  That way you still get to enjoy the soup and also fill up that belly.

I hope you enjoy!

Much love ~ Becky