Description
This Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup is rich, creamy, and incredibly comforting. Loaded with tender potatoes, sharp cheddar cheese, and aromatic herbs, it’s the perfect cozy bowl for chilly days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups diced potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet)
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (more to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Green onions or chives, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute more.
- Add potatoes, broth, thyme, parsley, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15–20 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Use a potato masher or immersion blender to blend part of the soup for a thicker texture, leaving some chunks.
- Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar until melted and smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve warm and top with extra cheddar, chives, or cracked black pepper.
Notes
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on the stove, adding a little broth if it thickens too much.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup, Potato Soup, Comfort Food