Description
Indulge in a bowl of Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup, a delightful blend of creamy textures and rich flavors that will warm your heart and satisfy your cravings. This comforting soup combines Yukon Gold potatoes with aromatic garlic, savory herbs, and sharp cheddar cheese, making it the perfect dish for chilly evenings or cozy gatherings. With simple ingredients and an easy preparation method, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Enjoy a hearty bowl alongside crusty bread or a fresh salad, and donβt hesitate to customize it with toppings like crumbled turkey bacon or fresh herbs for an extra touch of flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 6 cups Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 2 pounds)
- 6 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, plus more for garnish
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh chives, plus more for garnish
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: crumbled Turkey Bacon, sour cream, croutons
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. SautΓ© chopped onion until softened.
- Add minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, and optional red pepper flakes; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in cubed potatoes and broth; ensure potatoes are submerged.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender.
- Blend the soup until smooth using a blender or immersion blender.
- Return the blended soup to the pot. Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese; heat gently until melted.
- Mix in chopped chives and parsley, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese, chives, parsley, turkey bacon, or croutons as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth. Adjust thickness by adding more broth for a thinner consistency or an extra potato for thickness.