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Hearty Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup

Creamy Hearty Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup for Cozy Nights

This Hearty Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup is the perfect comfort food for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 4 cups cubed medium organic Russet potatoes Yukon potatoes can be a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Any neutral oil works if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Vegan butter is a great swap.
  • 1 medium red onion You can use white or yellow onions.
  • 3 cloves garlic Garlic powder can work in a pinch.
  • 1 tablespoon On Everything All-Purpose Blend Homemade version can be created.
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Regular paprika can substitute.
  • ½ cup white cooking wine Extra vegetable stock can be used.
  • 4 cups organic vegetable stock/broth Use gluten-free stock if necessary.
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup organic heavy cream Full-fat coconut milk works for a vegan version.
  • 1 cup freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese Nutritional yeast can be used for a vegan option.
For Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup chopped kale Can be omitted or swapped with spinach.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Immersion blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil and 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat in a Dutch oven.
  2. Add 1 finely chopped red onion and 3 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until translucent.
  3. Stir in 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika and 1 tablespoon of On Everything All-Purpose Blend.
  4. Add 4 cups of cubed medium organic Russet potatoes and stir to coat them.
  5. Pour in 4 cups of organic vegetable stock and bring to a gentle boil before reducing to simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  6. Blend the soup until creamy using an immersion blender, leaving some chunks for texture.
  7. Stir in 1 cup of organic heavy cream and optionally 1 cup of chopped kale.
  8. Incorporate ½ cup of white cooking wine and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  9. Remove from heat and fold in 1 cup of freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese until melted.
  10. Ladle into bowls and garnish if desired, serving immediately with crusty bread or grilled cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store your Hearty Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stove over low heat.

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