Hearty Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup: A Comforting Classic
A rich and creamy soup loaded with cheese, garlic, and herbs, perfect for a cozy meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cooking until softened.
- Add potatoes, broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Stir in the heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted and well combined.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese if desired.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, use less broth.
- Top with croutons for added crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Hearty Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup, comfort food, potato soup, cheddar soup