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Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup

Bowl of Delicious Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup
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This creamy Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup is the perfect comfort food! Packed with flavor from garlic, herbs, and sharp cheddar cheese, it’s a hearty and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 cup milk or half-and-half
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, plus more for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add garlic and onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in thyme, rosemary, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
  3. Add chicken or vegetable broth and potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
  4. Carefully transfer about 2 cups of the soup to a blender and blend until smooth. Pour the blended soup back into the pot. Alternatively, use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup in the pot.
  5. Stir in milk or half-and-half and cheddar cheese. Cook until cheese is melted and soup is heated through, about 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra cheddar cheese before serving.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use heavy cream instead of milk or half-and-half. You can also add cooked bacon or ham as a garnish.

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