Description
A warm and comforting bowl of Loaded Potato Cheese Soup, reminiscent of family gatherings and cozy evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or whole milk
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (such as thyme or parsley) for seasoning
Instructions
- Peel and dice the potatoes into uniform one-inch chunks.
- In a large pot, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onions and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add the diced potatoes and pour in the broth, bringing it to a gentle boil. Once boiling, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Remove from heat; mash some potatoes in the pot to create a creamy texture while leaving other chunks for heartiness.
- Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheese over low heat until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt, pepper, and any additional herbs. Optionally, add sautéed mushrooms or crispy bacon.
- Serve hot with toppings such as scallions, more cheese, or a swirl of sour cream.
Notes
For a vegan version, substitute with non-dairy milk and cheese. Leftover cooked potatoes or mashed potatoes can be used.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: soup, comfort food, potato cheese soup, easy recipe, family recipe