Potato and Cheddar Soup

Potato and Cheddar Soup
  • PREP TIME
    0 mins
  • COOK TIME
    0 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    0 mins
  • SERVING
    10 People
  • VIEWS
    537

Embrace the comforting warmth of this classic Potato and Cheddar Soup. A velvety smooth concoction, enriched with creamy cheddar and savory ham, perfect for chasing away the winter chill.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    12 g
  • Cholesterol
    34 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    8 g
  • Saturated Fat
    6 g
  • Sodium
    277 mg
  • Sugar
    4 g
  • Fat
    10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

Salamander lied porpoise much over tightly circa horse taped so innocuously side crudey mightily rigorous plot life. New homes in particular are subject. All recipes created with FoodiePress have suport for Micoformats and Schema.org is a collaboration byo improve convallis.

Image Step 01
01 Step

Recipe View 20 mins In a medium-sized stock pot, bring the water to a boil. Add the cubed red potatoes and cook until tender, approximately 15-20 minutes. Drain the potatoes, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid.

Image Step 02
02 Step

Recipe View 3 mins In the same pot over medium heat, stir in the melted butter, chopped onion, and all-purpose flour. Season generously with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the flour is incorporated and the mixture is slightly thickened.

Image Step 03
03 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Gradually stir in the cooked potatoes, reserved potato liquid, milk, and sugar. Bring the soup to a gentle simmer.

Image Step 04
04 Step

Recipe View 30 mins Add the shredded Cheddar cheese and diced ham. Continue to simmer for 30 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, until the cheese is fully melted and the soup is creamy and smooth.

For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken or vegetable broth instead of water.
Feel free to add other vegetables such as celery or carrots for added depth of flavor.
A pinch of nutmeg or a dash of hot sauce can enhance the warmth of the soup.
Garnish with fresh chives or a swirl of cream before serving for an elegant touch.

Dante Ortiz

Written by

Our recipe authors are passionate food lovers who share thousands of diverse dishes from around the world. They bring daily cooking inspiration with delicious, easy-to-make recipes for every occasion.

RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.3/ 5 ( 179 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Gabriella Renner

    This soup is a hug in a bowl! The perfect comfort food for a rainy day.

  • Adolfo Ondricka

    The addition of ham makes it a really hearty meal. Love it!

  • Milton Marquardt

    So easy to make, and the flavor is incredible. I'll be making this again and again.

  • Charlie Borer

    My kids devoured this soup! It's a definite keeper.

  • Kariane Lueilwitz

    This recipe is great! Thank you for sharing!

  • Billy Lemke

    I used vegetable broth instead of water, and it added a lovely depth of flavor.

  • Jedidiah Jerde

    I pureed half of the soup before adding the cheese for a creamier texture.

  • Foster Conn

    I added a pinch of smoked paprika, and it was a game-changer!

LEAVE A REVIEW

Please Rate