Description
A comforting and creamy potato soup with rich cheddar, garlic, and herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic, stirring until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add cubed potatoes, chicken broth, and salt. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Carefully blend half of the soup using an immersion blender, or transfer to a traditional blender in batches. Blend until smooth and return to the pot.
- Stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese. Continue to heat on low until the cheese is melted. Add thyme, stirring gently to incorporate.
- Add additional salt and pepper if necessary. For a deeper flavor, let the soup sit off heat for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Pairs beautifully with freshly baked bread or a crisp green salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cheddar soup, potato soup, comfort food