Description
Cheddar Garlic Potato Soup is a rich, creamy, and comforting soup combining tender russet potatoes, sharp cheddar cheese, and aromatic garlic for a warm and satisfying meal. Perfect for any season, this hearty soup is easy to make with simple ingredients and customizable to your taste.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup milk or cream
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Peel and dice the potatoes into bite-sized cubes for even cooking. Mince the garlic cloves and chop the onion finely to create a fragrant base.
- Sauté Aromatics: Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic, cooking gently until soft and translucent, releasing their savory aroma.
- Cook the Potatoes: Add the diced potatoes into the pot along with the broth. Bring everything to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
- Blend or Mash Some Potatoes: For a creamier soup, mash part of the potatoes directly in the pot or use an immersion blender to blend half the soup, leaving some chunks for texture.
- Stir in Cheese and Cream: Lower the heat and gradually stir in shredded cheddar cheese and cream or milk until melted and fully combined, creating that signature creamy, cheesy texture.
- Season to Taste: Add salt and pepper to highlight the natural flavors, then give the soup one final stir before serving piping hot.
Notes
- Use sharp aged cheddar for a stronger and more vibrant flavor.
- Do not overblend the soup; leaving some potato chunks gives a lovely texture.
- Simmer gently after adding cheese to avoid curdling.
- Sauté fresh garlic early to mellow its sharpness and deepen flavor.
- Allow the soup to rest for 10 minutes after cooking to let flavors meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: cheddar garlic potato soup, creamy potato soup, comfort food, easy potato soup, cheesy soup