Baked Potato Soup

Baked Potato Soup is a rich, creamy American comfort food, typically made with a base of baked potatoes, milk or cream, cheese, and bacon, often garnished with sour cream and chives. It hails from the United States, particularly popular in the Midwest and as a hearty diner or home-cooked meal.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This soup is high in carbohydrates and fat due to its potato, dairy, and cheese content, providing a good source of potassium and calcium. A typical serving can range from 300 to 500 calories, depending on the recipe's richness.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	315 kcal
Protein	10 g
Carbs	30 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	850 mg
Potassium	500 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Calcium	200 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Vitamin A	150 mcg
Vitamin B6	0.3 mg
Phosphorus	180 mg
Magnesium	35 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents a classic 'stick-to-your-ribs' dish, often associated with cold weather and casual dining. Nutritionally, it's interesting because it transforms a simple, starchy vegetable into a calorie-dense, satisfying meal through the addition of fats and proteins.