Description
Indulge in a warm bowl of Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup, where rich cheddar and aromatic garlic blend into a creamy, comforting delight. Perfect for chilly evenings, this easy-to-make soup brings the family together with its inviting flavors and cozy texture. Serve it alongside crusty bread or a fresh salad for a fulfilling meal that’s sure to impress your loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 medium Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Fresh thyme and parsley, to taste
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic for an additional minute.
- Add diced potatoes and vegetable broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Purée the soup using an immersion blender until smooth.
- Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar until melted. Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and parsley.
- Serve warm with extra cheese or herbs on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, sauté garlic before adding the broth. Customize by adding vegetables like carrots or kale or spice it up with red pepper flakes.