Hearty Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup
Warm up with this delightful Hearty Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup, your ultimate comfort food for chilly nights. This creamy soup showcases tender Yukon Gold potatoes mingled with rich cheddar cheese and aromatic herbs, promising a satisfying dish that will please both family and guests. Perfect as a standalone lunch, a starter for dinner, or a cozy snack, each bowl is brimming with flavor and warmth. Enjoy the versatility of this dish by customizing your toppings to suit your palate!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (or olive oil)
- 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 sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- Fresh herbs: parsley, chives, thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the potatoes by peeling and cutting them into uniform cubes; rinse under cold water.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter and sauté the chopped onion until softened (about 5–7 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1–2 minutes.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir continuously for about 1–2 minutes to form a roux.
- Gradually whisk in broth while scraping the bottom of the pot; bring to a simmer.
- Add cubed potatoes, cover, and cook on medium-low heat for 15–20 minutes until tender.
- Blend half of the soup until smooth; return to pot.
- Stir in milk (and heavy cream if using) along with fresh herbs; heat gently for about 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and gradually add shredded cheese until melted.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper, then ladle into bowls and garnish as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 55mg