Cheddar Garlic Potato Soup
Indulge in this rich, cheesy potato soup bursting with sharp cheddar and roasted garlic flavor. Creamy yet hearty, perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 50 mins
- Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients
– 3 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
– 2 whole heads garlic
– 1 large onion, chopped
– 4 cups chicken broth
– 2 cups whole milk
– 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
– ½ cup butter
– ½ cup all-purpose flour
– 1 tsp salt
– ½ tsp black pepper
– 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
1. Roast garlic: Preheat oven to 400°F. Cut tops off garlic heads, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, roast 40 minutes.
2. Melt butter in large pot. Whisk in flour and cook 2 minutes.
3. Gradually whisk in milk and broth until smooth.
4. Add potatoes and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes.
5. Squeeze roasted garlic into soup. Blend if desired.
6. Remove from heat. Gradually stir in cheese until melted.
7. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
Notes
For smoother soup, blend with immersion blender before adding cheese.