Easy Mashed Potato Soup
This Easy Mashed Potato Soup is a comforting way to repurpose leftover mashed potatoes into a creamy and flavorful dish. Made with simple ingredients like chicken broth, cheddar cheese, and a touch of cream, it’s quick to prepare and perfect for chilly evenings. Topped with crispy bacon, shredded cheese, or chives, this soup is a cozy meal the whole family will love!
Servings 6 servings
Calories 223kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 2 Tbsp flour
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground pepper
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 cups prepared mashed potatoes
- ½ cup cheddar
- optional toppings Cheddar cheese, bacon, green onion/chives, sour cream
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add flour, salt, and pepper, whisking until smooth. Cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth, ensuring a lump-free mixture.
- Stir in milk, mashed potatoes, and cheddar cheese. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning, until the soup reaches a simmer.
- Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the soup thickens to your desired consistency.
- Serve hot with optional toppings like crispy bacon, shredded cheese, sour cream, or chives.
Nutrition
Serving: 6 serving | Calories: 223kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 891mg | Potassium: 691mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 283IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 142mg | Iron: 1mg