Description
You will create a rich and comforting Homemade Cheddar Potato Cheese Soup. This recipe combines the creamy texture you crave with hearty potatoes, making it the ultimate comfort food experience. Follow Liam’s guidance for a flavorful performance in your kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups diced, peeled Russet potatoes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup whole milk or half-and-half
- Optional: Cooked bacon bits and sliced green onions for topping
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. You are building the flavor base here.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Do not let it burn.
- Whisk in the flour. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute to make a roux. This step is important for thickening the soup.
- Slowly whisk in the broth until completely smooth.
- Add the diced potatoes, salt, pepper, dry mustard, and smoked paprika.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Remove the pot from the heat. Slowly stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, a handful at a time, allowing it to melt completely before adding more. Stir until the soup is smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the milk or half-and-half. Heat gently until warmed through, but do not boil after adding the cheese or milk.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately, topped with your favorite garnishes.
Notes
- For an extra smooth texture, take half the soup out before adding cheese and blend it using an immersion blender, then stir it back in.
- Use high-quality sharp cheddar; the flavor makes a big difference.
- If the soup becomes too thick upon standing, stir in a splash more milk or broth to reach your desired consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg