Low-Cal Loaded Potato Soup

Low-Cal Loaded Potato Soup

The perfect cold night go-to made calorie friendly!

INGREDIENTS:

1 head cauliflower, cut in to florets

3 cloves garlic, peeled

2 tbs. olive oil

2 russet potatoes, peeled and quartered

1 1/2 cups fat free chicken broth

3/4 cup reduced fat milk

1/2 cup reduced fat sour cream

3 green onions, chopped

Salt and pepper to taste

For garnish:

3 green onions, chopped

3 slices bacon or turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled

1/2 cup reduced fat shredded cheddar cheese

DIRECTIONS:

1. Preheat oven to 350. In baking dish combine cauliflower florets and garlic cloves. Drizzle with olive oil. Roast at 350 for 30-45 min or until tender, stirring every 15 min. 

2. Meanwhile, boil potatoes in water on stovetop 15-20 min or until tender. Drain potatoes and mash. (Mash lightly for chunkier soup, mash vigorously for smoother consistency.)

4. Remove softened cauliflower mixture from oven. Purée until smooth in food processor or blender. (Add a small bit of chicken broth if needed.)

5. Combine mashed potatoes and puréed cauliflower in pan. Add chicken broth and bring to simmer. Add milk, sour cream, green onions and cook on low about 20 min, stirring occasionally. 

6. Ladle in to bowls and top with cheese, bacon and green onions. Enjoy!