Creamy Potato and Cheese Soup

Servings

6-8

Ready In:

45 minutes

Good For:

Lunch/Dinner

About this Recipe

Pure comfort in every spoonful, this Creamy Potato and Cheese Soup comes together in less than 45 minutes and is perfect for lunch or dinner.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 4 Large Potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 4 cups Chicken or Vegetable Broth
  • 1 Onion, diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 Tablespoons Butter
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese, shredded
  • Salt and Pepper, to taste 
  • Garnish: Chopped chives, green onions and bacon bits

Step 1

In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat, melt the butter over medium heat.  Add the diced onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is soft and translucent.

Step 2

Add the diced potatoes to the pot and pour in the chicken or vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce. theheat and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 3

Using a potato masher or immersion blender, mash or blend the potatoes until the soup reaches your desired consistency.

Step 4

Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese, and continue to cook the soup over low heat until the cheese is melted and the soup is creamy. 

Step 5

Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste, and adjust the consistency with more cream or broth if desired.

Step 6

Ladle the creamy potato and cheese soup into bowls, and garnsih with chopped chives or green ions, and bacon bits. 

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

Try a soup bread bowl as a delicious alternative.

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