Description
This easy cheesy potato soup is creamy, comforting, and ready in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
- 3 cups potatoes, peeled and diced small
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 to 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Shredded cheese for topping (optional)
- Sliced green onions (optional)
- Turkey bacon bits or smoked turkey pieces (optional)
- Sour cream (optional)
Instructions
- Add the diced potatoes and chicken broth to a pot and bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 to 12 minutes until potatoes are fork tender.
- In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat and cook the onion until softened.
- Add the garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
- Sprinkle in the flour and stir constantly for about 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in the milk and cook until the mixture thickens.
- Pour the creamy mixture into the pot with the potatoes and stir to combine.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Add the shredded cheese and stir until fully melted and smooth.
- Lightly mash some of the potatoes if desired and serve hot with toppings.
Notes
For a thicker soup, mash more of the potatoes directly in the pot. Add the cheese gradually and stir constantly for the smoothest texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American