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Mashed Potato Soup in a white bowl, topped with shredded cheddar, crumbled bacon, and chives.

Mashed Potato Soup

Lori MauerLori Mauer
Simmer up a rich, creamy Mashed Potato Soup recipe in just 30 minutes. Turn those leftovers into the ultimate comfort food.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 296 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 4 cups leftover mashed potatoes
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: extra shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled cooked bacon, chopped chives

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
    Cooking chopped onions in melted butter in a pot for Mashed Potato Soup.
  • Sprinkle the flour over the cooked onions and stir to combine. Cook for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.
    Adding chicken broth to the flour and onion roux for Mashed Potato Soup.
  • Gradually add the chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Add the leftover mashed potatoes and stir until smooth.
    Adding leftover mashed potatoes to the Mashed Potato Soup.
  • Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. The soup should thicken slightly.
  • Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and incorporated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
    Stirring shredded cheddar cheese and pepper into Mashed Potato Soup in a white pot.
  • Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with optional toppings like extra cheese, bacon, and chives if desired.
    Mashed potato soup topped with cheddar cheese, bacon, and chives.

Nutrition

Calories: 296kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 716mgFiber: 3g
Keyword Mashed Potato Soup
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