Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup
A delightful and hearty soup featuring cheddar cheese, garlic, and fresh herbs that warms the soul and satisfies cravings.
Ingredients
Base ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Butter Use unsalted butter to control salt content.
- 1 small Onion Chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic Minced
- 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Whisk with butter to create a roux.
- 4 cups Broth Chicken or vegetable broth.
- 4-5 medium Yukon Gold Potatoes Peeled and diced.
- 1 cup Milk or Half-and-Half Stir in towards the end of cooking.
- 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Shredded.
Seasoning and Garnish
- 1 teaspoon Salt To taste.
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper To taste.
- 1 teaspoon Thyme Dried.
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Ensure it doesn’t brown.
- Add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes until translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic for another minute.
- Sprinkle the flour into the pot and whisk with the onion and garlic to form a roux.
- Gradually add the broth while whisking to avoid lumps. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Add the diced Yukon Gold potatoes. Cover and simmer for about 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in the milk or half-and-half and shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Season the soup with salt, pepper, and thyme. Serve hot garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
This soup can be served with crusty bread, grilled cheese sandwiches, or a fresh salad. For variations, consider adding crispy bacon, or vegetables like carrots or celery.