Description
Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food that warms both body and soul. This creamy, velvety soup blends tender Yukon Gold potatoes with sharp cheddar cheese and aromatic garlic, creating a delightful dish perfect for chilly evenings. Quick and easy to prepare, this recipe serves as a satisfying starter or main course, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or chives, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter and sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and stir until fragrant (about 1 minute), then incorporate the diced potatoes.
- Pour in vegetable broth until potatoes are submerged; bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer until fork-tender (about 15 minutes).
- Blend the soup using an immersion blender until smooth.
- Return to low heat; gradually stir in heavy cream and fold in shredded cheddar until melted.
- Season with salt and pepper; garnish with fresh herbs before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 60mg