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Ingredients
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6 thick slices bacon
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1 ½ teaspoons olive oil
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½ cup chopped onion
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½ cup chopped carrots
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1 stalk celery, chopped
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4 cups low-fat, low-sodium chicken broth
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4 cups cubed potatoes
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⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
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½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
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½ teaspoon kosher salt
Directions
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Cook bacon in a 3-quart saucepan over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned and crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Discard bacon grease and wipe the pan thoroughly with a paper towel.
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Heat olive oil in the same saucepan over medium heat. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery in hot oil until onion is soft but not brown, 3 to 4 minutes.
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Stir in broth, potatoes, and cayenne pepper; bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
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Stir in cheese, heating just until melted; do not boil. Chop bacon and add to soup. Season with salt and serve hot.
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
244 | Calories |
9g | Fat |
29g | Carbs |
12g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 244 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 9g | 12% |
Saturated Fat 4g | 18% |
Cholesterol 21mg | 7% |
Sodium 433mg | 19% |
Total Carbohydrate 29g | 11% |
Dietary Fiber 3g | 11% |
Total Sugars 3g | |
Protein 12g | 25% |
Vitamin C 12mg | 14% |
Calcium 102mg | 8% |
Iron 2mg | 10% |
Potassium 874mg | 19% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.