Cheese and Potato Soup

Cozy up with a bowl of creamy, homemade Cheese and Potato Soup, a hearty comfort food classic that’s perfect for chilly evenings or a quick weeknight dinner. This rich and velvety soup combines the earthy goodness of tender potatoes with the bold, tangy flavor of sharp cheddar cheese, all brought together in a buttery, garlic-infused base. It’s thickened with a simple flour roux and blended to your desired consistency, whether smooth or slightly chunky. Finished with a touch of milk for extra creaminess and garnished with fresh chives or green onions for a pop of color, this one-pot wonder is as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s a filling and flavorful dish that’s sure to become a family favorite. Serve it with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete, comforting meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium potatoes
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 cups milk
• 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh chives or green onions (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic.

Step 2

In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until the onion is translucent and fragrant.

Step 3

Sprinkle the flour over the onion and garlic mixture. Stir well and cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 4

Gradually pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 5

Add the diced potatoes, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and easily pierced with a fork.

Step 6

Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth. If you prefer a chunkier texture, blend only a portion of the soup and leave some potato pieces intact.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low, and stir in the milk. Gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring continuously until it is fully melted and incorporated.

Step 8

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped chives or green onions, if using. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2698.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2383.7

Total Fat 120.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 74.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 382.6mg	0%
Sodium 7737.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 234.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.7g	0%
Total Sugars 42.8g
Protein 102.8g	0%

Vitamin D 269.4IU	0%
Calcium 2432.1mg	0%
Iron 12.2mg	0%
Potassium 5760.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.6%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 38.6%