Description
Creamy cheesy potato soup brings comfort straight from grandma’s kitchen, blending hearty potatoes with rich, melted cheese. Warm spoonfuls promise delightful satisfaction for hungry souls seeking classic comfort on chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 russet potatoes (peeled and diced)
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
Supporting Vegetables:
- 1 carrot (peeled and diced)
- 2 stalks celery (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 green onions (thinly sliced for garnish)
Seasoning and Additional Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 4 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled, optional)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Heat butter in a spacious cooking vessel over medium temperature, introducing diced onions, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and chopped celery. Sauté ingredients until vegetables become translucent and tender, approximately 5-6 minutes.
- Sprinkle flour over softened vegetables, stirring continuously to create a smooth roux. Cook for 60 seconds to eliminate raw flour taste and develop rich undertones.
- Pour chicken broth gradually while whisking consistently, preventing potential lumps from forming. Allow mixture to reach a gentle simmer, creating a smooth base.
- Introduce diced potatoes into the liquid, maintaining medium heat. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes become fork-tender and slightly break down, contributing to soup’s creamy consistency.
- Incorporate milk and heavy cream, stirring gently to integrate. Reduce heat and gradually fold in shredded cheddar cheese, allowing it to melt completely without scorching.
- Season the soup with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and a hint of paprika. For enhanced thickness, gently mash some potatoes or blend a portion of the soup using an immersion blender.
- Ladle hot soup into serving bowls. Garnish with crispy bacon bits, thinly sliced green onions, optional dollop of sour cream, and additional cheese if desired.
Notes
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt levels and customize flavor intensity for health-conscious eaters.
- Swap regular milk with almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version that maintains creamy texture.
- Roast vegetables before adding to enhance depth of flavor and create a more complex taste profile.
- Freeze leftover soup in portion-sized containers for quick, convenient meals that reheat beautifully without losing quality.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 312 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg