Healthy Pregnancy Cookbook

Baked Potato Soup

Ingredients

12 slices turkey bacon
2/3 cup butter
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
7 cups skim milk
4 large baked potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 green onions, chopped
1 1/4 cups low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup light sour cream
1 tsp salt
1 tsp ground black pepper

Procedure

1. Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium heat until browned. Drain, crumble, and set aside.
2. In a stock pot or Dutch oven, melt the margarine over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in milk, whisking constantly until thickened. Stir in potatoes and onions. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently.
3. Reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes. Mix in bacon, cheese, sour cream, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until cheese is melted.

Serves 6. Per Serving: Calories 535; Calories from fat 150(28%); Fat 17g; Carbohydrates 70g; Sugar 18g; Fiber 5g; Protein 26g

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