Description
This Hearty Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup is a comforting and flavorful recipe that combines tender potatoes with sharp cheddar, garlic, and aromatic herbs. Perfectly simmered in a vegetable broth and enriched with cream, this soup is easy to prepare on the stovetop and offers a cozy meal option with an optional kale addition for extra nutrients. Suitable for vegetarians and adaptable with vegan options.
Ingredients
Soup:
- 4-5 medium organic russet potatoes, peeled and cubed (can substitute Yukon potatoes)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- ½ red onion, chopped
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons On Everything All-Purpose Blend (or homemade blend, see notes)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons white cooking wine (or additional vegetable stock)
- 4 cups organic vegetable stock/broth
- 1 cup organic heavy cream (see notes for vegan option)
- 1-2 cups freshly-grated sharp cheddar cheese (other cheese options possible)
- 1 cup kale, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté aromatics: In a medium-sized dutch oven over medium-high heat, add the olive oil and butter. Once melted and heated, add the minced garlic and chopped onions. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until translucent and fragrant. Stir in the smoked paprika and On Everything All-Purpose Blend until combined.
- Add potatoes and broth: Add the cubed potatoes to the pot and stir to combine everything. Pour in the vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a boil for 1-2 minutes.
- Simmer the soup: Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and cooked through. For a thicker soup, simmer for an additional 10 minutes to let the potatoes break down naturally, or alternatively, thicken with 1-2 tablespoons of flour mixed with water for chunkier potatoes.
- Finish with cream, kale, and cheese: Stir in the heavy cream, chopped kale if using, and white cooking wine. Gradually add the grated sharp cheddar, stirring frequently until the cheese melts completely and the soup is creamy. Remove the pot from heat.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley or green onions (scallions). Serve immediately, optionally with a side of bread for dipping.
Notes
- The “On Everything All-Purpose Blend” can be purchased or made at home as a seasoning mix to enhance flavor.
- For a vegan version, substitute heavy cream with a plant-based cream alternative and omit the cheddar or use vegan cheese.
- If you prefer chunkier potatoes, use flour and water to thicken the soup instead of letting the potatoes break down.
- Additional cheese options can be experimented with, depending on your preference.
- Using white cooking wine adds depth, but additional vegetable stock can be used as a substitute if avoided.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
