Pressure Cooker Potato and Cheese Soup
Creamy, comforting, and irresistibly cheesy, this Pressure Cooker Potato and Cheese Soup is a quick and easy comfort food classic that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Made with tender russet potatoes, sharp cheddar cheese, and a splash of heavy cream, this rich, velvety soup comes together in just 35 minutes, thanks to the magic of the pressure cooker. Seasoned with garlic, onions, and a touch of black pepper, every spoonful bursts with hearty flavor. Customize your bowl with optional garnishes like crispy bacon bits, green onions, or a dash of smoky paprika for a truly indulgent experience. Whether you’re feeding a hungry family or meal prepping for the week, this one-pot wonder is guaranteed to satisfy your cravings for cheesy, potato-packed goodness.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 cups Low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika (optional, for garnish)
- 0.25 cup Green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)
- 0.25 cup Cooked bacon bits (optional, for topping)
Directions
Step 1
Set your pressure cooker to the sauté mode and melt the unsalted butter.
Step 2
Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the cubed potatoes to the pot, followed by the chicken broth, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Step 5
Secure the lid on the pressure cooker and ensure the valve is set to the sealing position.
Step 6
Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes. Once the cooking cycle is complete, perform a quick pressure release carefully.
Step 7
Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy. For a chunkier texture, blend only half of the soup and leave the rest as-is.
Step 8
Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted and incorporated.
Step 9
Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Step 10
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with paprika, green onions, bacon bits, or additional shredded cheese as desired.
Step 11
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (3104.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3362.9 |
| Total Fat 204.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 118.5g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 584.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5378.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 277.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 19.3g | |
| Protein 116.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 48.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1861.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 6718.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories