Description
Hearty Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings and cozy gatherings. This creamy soup features tender Yukon Gold potatoes blended with aromatic garlic and fresh herbs, all enveloped in a rich cheddar cheese base that warms you from the inside out. Its delightful flavor makes it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or festive occasions, while its ease of preparation ensures even novice cooks can make a dish that impresses everyone at the table. Top it off with your favorite garnishes like crumbled bacon or fresh herbs to personalize this crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (or olive oil)
- 1 large yellow onion
- 5–6 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)
- 2 cups 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, melt butter over medium heat and sauté chopped onion until softened.
- Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture; cook for another minute to form a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the broth, then add the cubed potatoes and simmer until tender (15-20 minutes).
- Blend half of the soup for creaminess; return to pot.
- Stir in milk and heavy cream; add herbs and melted cheddar cheese.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper; serve hot with desired garnishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg