Description
Discover this delicious and nutritious Healthy Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup – a cozy, creamy comfort food perfect for any weeknight dinner or weekend lunch. Made with fresh potatoes, aromatic herbs, sharp cheddar cheese, and a hint of garlic, this soup offers wholesome ingredients and rich flavors in every bowl. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s the ultimate easy-to-make meal that satisfies your craving for hearty, cheesy goodness without guilt.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk or plant-based alternative
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil, then add the chopped onion. Sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the diced potatoes to the pot and stir to coat them with the aromatics. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender or transfer the mixture to a blender to puree until smooth. Return to the pot if needed, and stir in the milk and cheddar cheese. Cook on low until cheese melts and soup is creamy.
- Add thyme and rosemary, along with salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot with crusty bread.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor in your potato soup.
- Adjust the blending texture to your preference: smooth or slightly chunky.
- For extra indulgence, top with crispy bacon bits or a dollop of sour cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 250 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 30mg