POTATO BACON SOUP

DIRECTIONS:

1. Coarsely chop the baked potatoes and set aside.
2. Cook the bacon in a soup pot until crisp and set aside, leave 1 teaspoons drippings in the pan.
3. Add 1/2 the scallions & garlic to drippings and sautee until soft.
4. Add broth, salt, cayenne, and chopped potatoes, mash some of the potatoes against the side of the pan w/ a wooden spoon or w/ a potato masher.
5. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to simmer and cook 2-3 more minutes.
6. Add in half-and-half and parsley, return to simmer.
7. Serve w/ remaining green onions & crumbled bacon on top.

Makes 4 Equal Servings

Nutritional Info Per Serving: Calories 259, Sat. Fat 0.9 g, Protein 11 g, Carbs 51 g, Sodium 750 mg,  Fiber 6g