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Hearty Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup

A comforting and creamy soup filled with rich cheddar cheese and aromatic herbs, perfect for chilly evenings and family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 medium potatoes (Russets or Yukon Golds) Peeled and diced
  • 1 medium onion Chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic Mince it for best flavor
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version
  • 1 cup milk Add for creaminess
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese Best for flavor
Herbs and Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon thyme or parsley Fresh or dried, to taste
  • to taste salt For seasoning
  • to taste pepper For seasoning

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all your ingredients.
  2. Peel and dice the potatoes, chop the onion and mince the garlic.
Cooking
  1. In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic in a bit of butter until they are soft and fragrant.
  2. Add the diced potatoes and broth, then bring everything to a boil.
  3. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer until the potatoes are tender.
  4. Stir in the milk and mix in the grated cheddar cheese until it melts smoothly into the soup.
  5. Season with salt, pepper, and your chosen herbs to taste.
  6. For an extra creamy texture, blend a portion of the soup if desired.
Serving
  1. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

Choose the right potatoes for a creamy texture. Don’t rush the cooking process for tender potatoes and gradually add cheese off the heat to prevent clumping.