Spinach And Bacon Soup

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

A hearty spinach and bacon soup with creamy cheese and subtle nutmeg, perfect for cozy gatherings and satisfying lunches. Rich, smoky, and flavorful.

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Ingredients

  • 8 slices bacon
  • 1 onion
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 4 cups milk
  • 10 3/4 ounces chicken broth
  • 2/3 cup potato flakes
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 9 ounces frozen chopped spinach

Instructions

  1. Fry bacon until crispy; remove from pan and set aside.
  2. Add chopped onion to the bacon drippings and sauté until translucent.
  3. Sprinkle flour and nutmeg over the onions; stir until smooth.
  4. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
  5. Add potato flakes and chicken broth; cook for 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in cooked bacon, shredded Cheddar cheese, and frozen chopped spinach.
  7. Cook until the cheese melts and the spinach is heated through.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

659 kcal 33% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 20.9g 42% DV
Total Fat 36.6g 47% DV
Carbs 63.5g 23% DV
Fiber 7.7g 27% DV
Sugar 14.1g 28% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 889.5mg 39% DV
Potassium 444mg 9% DV
Cholesterol 53.3mg 18% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 245mcg 27% DV
Vitamin C 10.8mg 12% DV
Vitamin D 0.6mcg 3% DV
Calcium 375mg 29% DV
Iron 4.7mg 26% DV
Diet fit High-protein High-fiber
Contains Milk Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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