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cheesy potato soup

Cheesy Potato Soup

This cheesy potato soup is rich, creamy, and packed with comforting flavor from tender potatoes and melted cheese.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Ingredients
  

Soup Base

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 potatoes peeled and diced
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup milk or light cream
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add onion and garlic and cook until soft and fragrant.
  • Add potatoes and broth, then bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  • Blend partially, then stir in milk and cheese until melted.

Notes

Top with extra cheese, green onions, or bacon if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 14gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 820mgPotassium: 880mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 620IUVitamin C: 22mgCalcium: 320mgIron: 2.6mg
Keyword Cheesy Potato Soup, comfort food, creamy soup
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