Description
A creamy, cheesy, and herbaceous potato soup with a rich cheddar, garlic, and herb flavor, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: chopped chives, extra cheddar, cooked turkey bacon bits
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Sauté onion until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Sprinkle flour over onions and garlic, stirring to create a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes. Slowly whisk in broth to create a smooth base.
- Add diced potatoes, thyme, rosemary, and parsley. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Partially blend the soup with an immersion blender, or mash half the potatoes with a masher, leaving some chunks for texture.
- Stir in milk, heavy cream, and shredded cheddar. Simmer on low heat for 5-7 minutes until cheese is melted and soup is velvety. Season with salt and pepper.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with optional toppings like chives or turkey bacon bits.
Notes
- For a lighter soup, use unsweetened almond milk instead of milk and omit the cream.
- Add shredded cooked chicken or beef sausage before serving for a heartier meal.
- Use freshly shredded cheddar for smoother melting; pre-shredded cheese can cause graininess.
- Add a pinch of cayenne or smoked paprika for a hint of heat.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days and taste even better the next day. Reheat gently, stirring often.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g