Description
Indulge in a bowl of Hearty Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup, a creamy and comforting dish that’s perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. This delightful soup features tender Yukon Gold potatoes, aromatic garlic, and sharp cheddar cheese, all enhanced with fresh herbs for an irresistible flavor experience. Its rich texture and savory taste make it a crowd-pleaser, ideal as a standalone meal or as an appetizer. With easy preparation and customizable toppings, this soup is a warm hug in a bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (or olive oil + butter)
- 1 large yellow onion
- 5–6 cloves garlic
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups whole milk (or half-and-half)
- ½ cup heavy cream (optional)
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Fresh herbs: parsley, chives, thyme
Instructions
- Peel and cube the potatoes into ½-inch pieces; rinse under cold water.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter. Sauté chopped onion until translucent (about 5–7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic; cook for another minute.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture; cook for 1–2 minutes to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the broth; bring to a simmer.
- Add potato cubes, cover, and cook on medium-low for about 15–20 minutes until tender.
- Blend half of the soup until smooth, then return it to the pot.
- Reduce heat, stir in milk and heavy cream if using, then add cheese gradually until melted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; serve hot with your favorite garnishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 55mg