Creamy Potato Soup
A comforting and easy-to-make Creamy Potato Soup, featuring tender russet potatoes, aromatic garlic and onion, and rich cheddar cheese, all brought together in a smooth, thick, and satisfying broth.
Equipment
- Large Pot or Dutch Oven
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 0.5 yellow onion finely diced
- 10 cloves garlic minced
- 2 medium russet potatoes peeled and diced (about 4 cups)
- 32 ounces vegetable broth
- 1.5 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese freshly grated
- salt and pepper to taste
- green onion for serving
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and diced onion, cooking for about 5-10 minutes until they become tender and translucent.
- Stir in the diced, peeled potatoes and vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are very soft and easily pierced with a fork. Aim for smaller potato pieces, as they help naturally thicken the soup as they break down.
- In a separate bowl or liquid measuring cup, whisk together the whole milk, heavy cream, and all-purpose flour until smooth. This creates your creamy base!
- Pour the milk mixture into the simmering soup. Continue to simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the soup begins to thicken beautifully.
- Remove from heat, then stir in the freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese until it's completely melted and smoothly combined.
- Season the soup with salt and pepper to your personal taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh green onions and extra cheese if you like!
Notes
Enjoy this hearty and comforting Creamy Potato Soup, perfect for a cozy meal.
Nutrition Information (per serving): Calories: 371kcal, Total Carbs: 23g, Net Carbs: 22g, Fats: 26g, Protein: 13g.
