Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_carb'], recipe: saute onions and garlic in margarine until tender. add chicken broth, carrots, potatoes, italian seasoning and bay leaf. simmer, uncovered, until vegetables are tender, about 20-25 minutes . discard bay leaf and puree soup. season with salt and pepper.

Target recipe: in a large pot; heat butter; add onions, celery and garlic. sauté until tender. add the broth to the pot and bring just to a boil. stir in the mashed potatoes, cooked crumbled bacon, fat free half and half (or milk) and pepper. bring to just a gentle simmer. reduce heat to low and stir in the cheese. stir until cheese is melted and heated through. do not allow to boil. add salt if needed, to taste. serve with any or all of the optional garnishes, if desired.