Cheesy Potato and Green Delight Soup

Ingredients

- 1 packet potato soup mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup bacon bits
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon mixed fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, or dill)
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1/2 cup frozen spinach, thawed and drained

Instructions

1. Prepare the Soup Base:
Pour the potato soup mix into a medium saucepan. Add the required amount of water as per the packaging instructions, usually around 4 cups.

2. Heat the Soup Base:
Place the saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally to ensure the mix blends smoothly into the water. Allow it to come to a simmer.

3. Add Cheese and Sour Cream:
Once the soup reaches a simmer, gradually stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it completely melts. Then, gently fold in the sour cream, mixing until well combined and creamy.

4. Incorporate Vegetables:
Add the thawed and drained spinach along with the frozen peas to the soup. Stir to evenly distribute the greens throughout the mixture.

5. Enhance with Bacon and Herbs:
Sprinkle in the bacon bits, chopped chives, sliced green onions, and fresh herbs. Stir everything together, allowing the flavors to meld for about 5 minutes.

6. Final Simmer and Serve:
Lower the heat slightly and let the soup simmer for an additional 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will ensure all the components are heated through and flavors are well integrated.

7. Taste and Adjust:
Taste the soup. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before serving.

8. Presentation:
Ladle the soup into bowls. Optionally, garnish with additional chives or green onions for a pop of color and flavor.

Total Time

PT30M
30 minutes

Type of Dish

Lunch

Keywords

Cheesy Soup, Potato Soup, Lunch Recipe, Green Soup, Spinach Soup, Easy Stove Recipe, Comfort Food, Quick Lunch, Vegetables Soup, Creamy Soup

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

1440 calories (total for the whole dish)

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