Potato Cheese Soup
Potato Cheese Soup is a heartwarming dish that combines rich flavors and creamy textures, perfect for chilly evenings. This comforting soup features tender Yukon Gold potatoes, sharp cheddar cheese, and aromatic garlic, all simmered to create a velvety experience that feels like a warm hug in a bowl. Serve it with crispy bacon bits and fresh chives for an irresistible finishing touch. Easy to prepare and delightful to share, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 slices bacon (optional), cooked and crumbled
- Chives or green onions for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the chopped potatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Use a potato masher or immersion blender to mash or blend until smooth, leaving some chunks if desired.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and heavy cream until melted together into a creamy consistency. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, topped with crispy bacon bits and chopped chives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 65mg