Garlic Basil Mashed Potato Soup
Take leftover mashed potatoes from Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any time of the year and turn them into a delicious Italian potato soup recipe!
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ cup onion, diced
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups mashed potatoes
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- ¼ cup basil pesto, click link for homemade recipe
- 4 slices bacon, cooked & crumbled – optional topping
Instructions
- Add the butter to a large pot, or dutch oven, over medium heat.
- When melted, add the onion, sauté 3-4 minutes, then add the garlic and sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Add the mashed potatoes and vegetable broth and whisk to combine.
- Mix in the fresh basil, turn the heat to high and bring to a boil.
- Cover with a lid, remove from the heat, and place in the Wonderbag.
- Close the Wonderbag tightly and slow cook the soup for 4-6 hours.
- Top with the basil pesto and bacon.
Nutrition Facts
Serving 4servingCalories 441kcal (22%)Carbohydrates 56g (19%)Protein 9g (18%)Fat 20g (31%)Saturated Fat 7g (35%)Cholesterol 31mg (10%)Sodium 1110mg (46%)Potassium 755mg (22%)Fiber 4g (16%)Sugar 4g (4%)Vitamin A 935mg (19%)Vitamin C 52.2mg (63%)Calcium 57mg (6%)Iron 1mg (6%)
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