Description
This delicious Hearty Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup is the perfect comfort food, combining rich cheddar, hearty potatoes, and aromatic herbs for a warm, inviting dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter or 3 tablespoons olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
- 5–6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups whole milk or half-and-half
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)
- 2 cups freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped chives
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Pinch of cayenne pepper or smoked paprika (optional)
- Optional garnishes: crumbled bacon, extra cheese, sour cream, fresh herbs, crispy croutons
Instructions
- Peel and cube the Yukon Gold potatoes into uniform ½-inch pieces. Rinse under cold water.
- In a large pot, heat your chosen fat over medium heat. Once melted, add the chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Sprinkle all-purpose flour over the mixture, and stir continuously for about 1-2 minutes to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken or vegetable broth, scraping the bottom of the pot.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer before adding cubed potatoes. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Ladle half of the soup into a blender and blend until smooth. Return it to the pot.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in the milk (or half-and-half) and heavy cream if using. Heat through for about 5 minutes, but do not boil.
- Remove from heat and add the sharp cheddar cheese a handful at a time, stirring until melted. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne or smoked paprika.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with optional toppings as desired.
Notes
Peeling the potatoes creates a smoother texture, but you can leave the skins on for a rustic touch. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses and herbs to customize your soup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Potato Soup, Comfort Food, Cheddar Soup, Hearty Soup, Cozy Recipe