Description
A comforting and hearty dish perfect for chilly days, this rich soup combines potatoes and cheese, garnished with fresh chives.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk or cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped chives or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat and sauté the onion until translucent.
- Add the diced potatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup to your desired consistency or use a regular blender in batches.
- Stir in the milk or cream and the cheddar cheese until melted. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with chopped chives or green onions.
Notes
Serve hot, paired with crusty bread or a simple side salad. For a heartier meal, consider topping it with crispy bacon bits or a dollop of sour cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg