Creamy Cheesy Potato Soup
A warm, creamy, classic potato soup that’s easy to prepare and perfect for cozy meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
4 cups diced russet potatoes
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups chicken broth
1 cup milk or cream
3 tbsp butter
2 tbsp flour
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp paprika
Cooked bacon, for topping
Green onions, for topping
Instructions
1. Add potatoes, onion, garlic, and broth to a pot and bring to a simmer.
2. Cook until potatoes are tender, about 15–20 minutes.
3. In a separate pan, melt butter and whisk in flour to form a roux.
4. Stir roux into the soup to thicken.
5. Add milk or cream, cheese, sour cream, salt, pepper, and paprika.
6. Simmer gently for 5–10 minutes, stirring until creamy.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
8. Serve topped with bacon and green onions.
Notes
For an ultra-creamy soup, blend a portion before adding dairy.
Use vegetable broth to make it vegetarian.
Add extra cheese for a richer flavor.