Best 20 Cheesy Potato Soup Recipes

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In the realm of culinary comfort, few dishes can rival the allure of a hearty and delectable bowl of cheesy potato soup. This classic soup is a symphony of flavors and textures, seamlessly blending the velvety richness of potatoes with the gooey indulgence of melted cheese. Served piping hot, it offers a comforting embrace on chilly evenings, soothing the soul with its warmth and nourishment. This article presents a curated collection of cheesy potato soup recipes, each with its own unique twist to tantalize your taste buds. From traditional renditions to innovative variations, these recipes cater to a wide range of preferences, ensuring that every spoonful is a delightful experience. Whether you prefer a classic creamy soup or a chunky rustic version, a vegetarian delight or a bacon-infused extravaganza, this compilation has something for every palate. So, prepare to embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the world of cheesy potato soup, where satisfaction awaits in every bite.

Let's cook with our recipes!

HOMEMADE CHEESY POTATO SOUP



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It doesn't take long to put bowls of this comforting cheesy potato soup recipe on the table. Convenience items, such as canned soup and processed cheese, simplify the preparation. -Tammy Condit, League City, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, chopped
6 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
5 cups water
2 cups 2% milk
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
12 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 5 minutes. Add potatoes and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, 15 minutes. Stir in the milk, soup, garlic salt and pepper; heat until warmed through. Add cheese; stir until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calories, Fat 15g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 803mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

EASY SLOW COOKER CHEESY POTATO SOUP WITH HAM



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This rich, thick, and creamy soup is a great way to use up leftover holiday ham! Made in your slow cooker, and using shortcuts like frozen hash brown potatoes, this delicious soup requires very little effort on your part.

Provided by fabeveryday

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Potato Soup Recipes

Time 4h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (28 ounce) package frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed
2 cups diced cooked ham
½ cup diced onion
2 stalks celery, chopped
4 cups chicken broth
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons chopped green onions, or to taste

Steps:

  • Combine hash browns, ham, onion, celery, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a slow cooker. Stir well to combine. Place the lid on the slow cooker.
  • Cook on Low heat until celery is soft, 4 to 5 hours.
  • Mix in cream cheese and Cheddar cheese. Stir until cheese is melted. Cover and cook on Low for an additional 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve topped with chopped green onions as a garnish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 518.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.7 g, Cholesterol 109.5 mg, Fat 42.4 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 22.3 g, Sodium 1846.4 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

CHEESY HAM AND POTATO SOUP



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Comfort soup at its finest! I usually make this to use up leftover ham. This is easy to adapt with other ingredients. I don't put celery in mine. I have added garlic sometimes as well.

Provided by SweetsLady

Categories     Ham

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 1/2 cups potatoes, peeled and diced (I keep mine with the peel)
1/3 cup celery, diced
1/3 cup onion, finely chopped
1 cup chopped carrot
1 -2 cup ham, diced and cooked
3 1/4 cups chicken broth or 3 1/4 cups ham stock
2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules (omit if using chicken broth)
salt (to taste)
1 teaspoon pepper
5 tablespoons butter
5 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Combine potatoes, celery, carrots, onion, ham, and water/broth in stockpot and bring to boil.
  • Then cook over medium heat until potatoes are tender.
  • Stir in the chicken bouillon, salt (if using), and pepper.
  • In separate saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Whisk in flour and cook stirring constantly until thick.
  • Slowly stir in milk as not to allow lumps to form and all milk is added. Turn up to medium heat. Continue to stir until thick (4-5 minutes).
  • Add in cheese and stir until melted.
  • Stir the cheese mixture into the stockpot and cook until heated through. (I also will break up some of the potatoes for thickness. It gets thicker as it cools and next day).

BEST CHEESY POTATO SOUP EVER!



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I had a difficult time getting this recipe. I got this recipe from my great aunt. I have it memorized so I would never forget it. This is a one of a kind recipe and so delicious. One bowl of this soup will fill you up!

Provided by cori 3

Categories     Potato

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1/3 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup chopped onion
4 cups diced peeled potatoes
3 cups chicken broth
2 cups milk
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 dash paprika (optional)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium high heat. Sauté celery and onions together.
  • Add potatoes and chicken broth.
  • Cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 12 minutes.
  • In batches, puree potatoes in blender and return to sauce pan. (I usually don't use a blender, I just use a fork).
  • Stir in milk and seasonings.
  • Add the cheese and heat only until melted. garnish with paprika, croutons, and parsley.

SLOW-COOKER CHEESY POTATO SOUP



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Searching for a new family-favorite meal to take some pressure off the dinner hour? Give this slow-cooker cheesy potato soup a try. Its velvety texture enriched with cheese and crispy bacon is mostly a hands-free affair. Potatoes cook all day in the slow cooker until they've broken down into a creamy broth. Stir in the thickener of half-and-half and flour during the last half hour and the cheese and bacon, right before serving. Garnish this soup like a loaded potato with more cheese, more bacon, a sprinkle of green onions and if you're feeling extra, a dollop of sour cream! Once your family gets a taste, you'll understand why this recipe has earned more than 600 ratings from satisfied home cooks.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 6h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 bag (32 oz) frozen southern-style diced hash brown potatoes, thawed
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 medium stalk celery, diced (1/2 cup)
4 cups Progresso™ chicken broth
1 cup water
3 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 cup half-and-half
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (8 oz)
12 slices bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled
4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)

Steps:

  • Spray 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, mix potatoes, onion, celery, broth and water. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 6 to 8 hours.
  • In small bowl, mix flour and half-and-half; stir into potato mixture. Increase heat setting to High. Cover; cook 20 to 30 minutes or until mixture thickens.
  • Stir in cheese until melted; stir in half of the bacon. Sprinkle individual servings with remaining bacon and the green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1110 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1/2 g

CHEESY HAM 'N' POTATO SOUP



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When I'm in the mood for comfort food, I prepare a pot of this soup. It is always a treat on a cool fall day.-Melissa Sherlock, Omaha, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups cubed potatoes
1-1/2 cups water
1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 large onion, chopped
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups milk
1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) finely shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup frozen broccoli florets, thawed and chopped

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring potatoes and water to a boil. Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain, reserving 1 cup cooking liquid; set potatoes and liquid aside., In a large saucepan, saute ham and onion in butter until onion is tender. Stir in the flour and pepper until smooth; gradually add milk and reserved cooking liquid. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat to low. Add the cheese, broccoli and reserved potatoes; cook and stir until cheese is melted and soup is heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Fat 22g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 614mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

DELICIOUS CHEESY BAKED POTATO & BACON SOUP



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This is a delicious creamy thick soup. I make it quite often, it's a family favorite, I also add in some cayenne pepper, if you are not a lover of garlic you may omit--- It is so filling that I usually just serve it as a main meal with crusty bread on the side, and a salad.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2/3 cup butter
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh garlic
2/3 cup flour
4 cups milk
3 cups half-and-half
4 large baking potatoes, baked, cooled, peeled and cubed
4 -6 green onions, chopped
12 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup sour cream
salt and pepper (I use seasoned salt)

Steps:

  • In a large soup pot melt butter over medium-high heat.
  • Add in garlic; cook stirring for about 2 minutes.
  • Add in flour then stir until smooth (about 1 minute).
  • Gradually add milk and half and half stirring constantly until thickened and smooth.
  • Add potatoes and onions; bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
  • Reduce heat; simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Add remaining ingredients; stir until cheese is melted.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Delicious!

CHEESY POTATO LEEK SOUP



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This recipe is an offshoot of the more classical potato leek soups. This is sort of a meat-and-potatoes type of recipe! It has a lot of cheese in it and can be served chunky or smooth. It is a family-favorite!

Provided by KymarahD

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Potato Soup Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 leeks, minced
1 sweet onion, chopped
12 cloves garlic, minced
4 large fresh bay leaves
1 teaspoon ground coriander
5 russet potatoes, cut into bite-size pieces
1 cube chicken bouillon
1 quart chicken stock, or as needed
½ pound shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup heavy whipping cream
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup chopped fresh chives, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Saute leeks, onion, garlic, bay leaves, and coriander in hot butter and oil until softened and translucent, about 7 minutes. Add potatoes and chicken bouillon to the pot and pour enough chicken stock over the top to cover vegetables. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Mash potatoes to desired consistency with a potato masher. Stir Colby-Monterey Jack cheese and cream into potato mixture, return soup to a simmer, and cook until cheese melts and soup is hot, about 15 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper. Remove and discard bay leaves.
  • Ladle soup into bowls and top with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391.6 calories, Carbohydrate 32.3 g, Cholesterol 76.3 mg, Fat 25.4 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 15.5 g, Sodium 769.6 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

CHEESY CAULIFLOWER AND POTATO SOUP



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"This soup is a variation of one I tried at a restaurant. Even people who hate cauliflower love it!" -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (16 ounces) frozen cauliflower
1 cup frozen sliced carrots
3 tablespoons dried minced onion
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
2-1/4 cups water, divided
2 cups 2% milk
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of potato soup, undiluted
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the vegetables, onion, bouillon and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 4-6 minutes or until vegetables are tender., Stir in the milk, soup, garlic powder and nutmeg. Combine cornstarch and remaining water until smooth; gradually stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Stir in cheese until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 10g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 1168mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

CREAMY, CHEESY POTATO SOUP



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Fast, easy, creamy, and cheesy! A great weeknight meal when you want something that will stick to your ribs but don't want to spend a lot of time in the kitchen. I found this recipe in my mom's recipe collection after she passed away and we love it! The recipe is very forgiving if you need to sub ingredients based on what you have on hand. Don't have broth? Use the potato cooking liquid with a tsp of chicken bouillon mixed in. No heavy cream? No worries, use all milk. I make a lot of soup when the weather turns cold and you know what they say about Wisconsin.... we have 2 seasons, Winter and Road Construction... we eat a lot of soup- LOL :)

Provided by Brenda.

Categories     Potato

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 -4 medium red potatoes, scrubbed and diced into 1 inch cubes
3 cups water
1 small onion, diced fine (or 2 tsp granulated onion)
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons flour
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (to taste)
salt & pepper (to taste)
2 cups milk
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup chicken broth
4 -5 slices bacon, crumbled (or 1 cup of diced leftover ham)

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
  • Add potato cubes and stir to make sure they are just covered with water.
  • Cook potatoes until fork tender, maybe 10 minutes.
  • Drain potatoes and set aside.
  • In a large pot melt butter over medium heat and stir in onion. If using real onion cook until just translucent.
  • Stir in the flour and cook stirring constantly for at least a minute to get rid of the raw flour taste. (If you've never worked with roux it will look like a really thick paste at this point. That's great- keep stirring :) ).
  • Add red pepper flakes and salt & pepper.
  • Slowly add the 1 cup of broth stirring as you pour it into the roux. Stir until smooth.
  • Start adding the milk and cream and stir until smooth.
  • Bring the mixture up to a low simmer stirring constantly. Simmer 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the sugar and the shredded cheese.
  • Stir until cheese is melted.
  • Stir in Bacon or Ham and potatoes and cook for 1 minute to heat potatoes thru.

ONE RECIPE, TWO MEALS: CREAMY, CHEESY POTATO SOUP



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This soup is ridiculous as is! But for your kids, keep it super simple with lots of Cheddar cheese on top. Or nothing! And for the adult faces, we get a little crazy with the toppings. I'm talking crumbled bacon, jalapeno peppers, dollops of sour cream, cheese, some yummy chives. Yes.

Provided by Bev Weidner

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings (2 kids, 2 adults)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 celery stalks, sliced
1/2 large red onion, diced
3 russet potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
Salt and pepper
4 cups chicken stock
2 cups milk
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup shredded Cheddar
Finely chopped fresh chives or scallions, for garnish
4 slices cooked bacon, chopped
Sour cream, for garnish
1 thinly sliced jalapeno

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a deep pot over medium-high heat. Add the celery and onions and saute until the veggies begin to soften, about 2 minutes. Add the potatoes and toss with a good pinch of salt. Add the chicken stock and simmer until the potatoes soften, about 20 minutes. Then add the milk and butter, and stir until the butter melts.
  • At this point you have a few options. If you have an immersion blender, simply stick the wand in the pot and give it a few whizzes, blending some of the soup until it's nice and creamy. You'll still want a good amount of potato chunks in the soup, so don't go overboard, like I tend to do.
  • You can also scoop out about 2 cups of the soup and transfer it to a blender or food processor. Blend until creamy and transfer it back to the soup pot.
  • Or, you can simply mash a few of the potatoes with a potato masher, leaving it on the slightly chunkier side. It's up to you!
  • After you've creamified it, give it another taste and add plenty of salt and pepper if needed.
  • Scoop out a little for the kids and keep it simple for them with shredded Cheddar and a kiss of chives! (Chives are optional, of course.) As for you, adult faces, load up your bowls with plenty of chopped bacon, Cheddar, little dollops of sour cream, sliced jalapenos and chives!

EASY CHEESY CROCK POT POTATO SOUP (SLOW COOKER)



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Make and share this Easy Cheesy Crock Pot Potato Soup (Slow Cooker) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by bmcnichol

Categories     Potato

Time 4h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups chicken broth
2 lbs frozen hash brown potatoes
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups milk
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese (Monterey Jack tastes great too)

Steps:

  • Put chicken broth, potatoes, salt and pepper in crock pot.
  • Cook on high for 4 hours or until potatoes are soft.
  • Mash the potatoes to desired consistency.
  • Add milk and cheese and blend.
  • Cook on high until cheese melts.

CHEESY ASPARAGUS AND POTATO SOUP



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A wonderful warm and cozy soup for crisp fall nights and cold winter days... My daughter often requests this soup...I had lost the recipe until a member here asked me about it, since I had commented on it, in a group. So I started a mission to find it and I did!!! My daughter will be so happy to have it back! I do often add...

Provided by Wendy Rusch

Categories     Cream Soups

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large onion, diced fine
1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp butter
3 Tbsp flour
1/2 tsp salt or more, to taste
1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper or more, to taste
1 clove garlic, minced fine
2 c 1" asparagus pieces
2 c milk
1 - 14.5 oz can of chicken broth or 2 cups
2 c potatoes, cubed (approx 3 medium or 4 small potatoes)
1 c cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 c cream or sour cream

Steps:

  • 1. In a large saucepan cook onion in oil over medium heat until tender. Add butter, when melted add garlic, salt and pepper, sprinkle flour over onion and stir to coat. Cooking a minute or two. Then whisk in broth and milk, add asparagus and potatoes. Cook and stir until bubbly, reduce heat, simmer covered 10-12 minutes or just until veggies are tender, stirring occasionally.
  • 2. Remove from heat, add cheese and cream, stir until melted and well blended.
  • 3. Makes 4-6 servings
  • 4. *top with crumbled bacon if desired *Broccoli may be substituted for asparagus *adding chopped mushrooms when you add the onions is great!

CHEESY CHICKEN AND POTATO SOUP



Cheesy Chicken and Potato Soup image

I was messing around in my kitchen one day when I was hungry and came up with this using what I already had. It's cheap, easy, and delicious! Top with extra cheese and bacon bits.

Provided by Katy G

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup onion, diced
1 tablespoon bacon grease
3 cups 1-inch potato chunks
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup water
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
1 cup milk
3 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
1 ½ cups shredded cooked chicken

Steps:

  • Heat bacon grease in a stockpot over medium-high heat. Saute onion in hot grease until soft, about 4 minutes.
  • Stir potato chunks with the onion. Pour chicken broth and water over the potato mixture. Bring the liquid to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender but not mushy, about 15 minutes.
  • Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir flour into the butter and cook, stirring constantly, until completely moistened, about 1 minute. Pour milk into the saucepan while continuing to stir; cook until thickened, about 3 minutes more. Sprinkle cheese over the milk mixture; cook and stir until the cheese is melted smoothly into the mixture, 2 to 3 minutes more.
  • Stir the cheese mixture and cooked chicken into the liquid in the stockpot; cook just until the chicken is heated through, about 4 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.8 calories, Carbohydrate 28.9 g, Cholesterol 89.5 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 24.7 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 254.4 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

CHEESY CAULIFLOWER-POTATO SOUP



Cheesy Cauliflower-Potato Soup image

A creamy cauliflower-potato soup that's cheesy, delicious, and easy to make.

Provided by James

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Potato Soup Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large head cauliflower, chopped
2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
2 medium Spanish onions, chopped
1 (32 ounce) container chicken broth
2 tablespoons bacon bits
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 cup milk
¼ cup cream
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Place cauliflower, potatoes, and onions in a large pot. Pour in chicken broth and bacon bits, cover, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. Stir in Cheddar cheese, milk, cream, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until thoroughly combined and cheese has melted.
  • Puree soup with an immersion blender until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.9 calories, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 52.9 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 14.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 1336.7 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

CHEESY POTATO-CAULIFLOWER SOUP



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This cheesy potato-cauliflower soup is a brightened take on traditional cheese soups. The vinegar, lemon, and cayenne give it a wonderful kick!

Provided by Sass

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups chopped cauliflower
2 cups cubed red potatoes
1 ½ cups vegetable broth
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup diced carrots
½ cup diced onions
½ cup salted butter
½ cup all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk
3 tablespoons white vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
½ cup shredded Swiss cheese
½ cup shredded American cheese
4 stalks scallions, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine cauliflower, potatoes, broth, celery, carrots, and onions in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Cover and cook until vegetables have softened, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat but keep the lid on.
  • Melt butter in another large saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour; cook and whisk until bubbly and brown, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and gradually whisk in milk. Return to medium heat and cook until thickened, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Add veggies and broth to the milk mixture. Continue stirring. Add vinegar, garlic powder, lemon juice, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Remove from the heat and slowly add Cheddar, Swiss, and American cheeses, stirring well until melted.
  • Ladle into bowls and garnish with scallions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407.9 calories, Carbohydrate 23.4 g, Cholesterol 82.2 mg, Fat 28.3 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 17.6 g, Sodium 533.3 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

FULLY-LOADED CHEESY POTATO SOUP WITH GINA'S SPINACH SALAD 2



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Provided by Food Network

Yield Makes: 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 37

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 carrot, finely chopped
1 rib celery, finely chopped
1 onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 cups chicken stock, plus more if needed
1 cup whole milk
One 12-ounce bottle light-bodied beer
2 large russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
2 cups grated extra-sharp Cheddar (about 8 ounces)
Dash hot sauce
Dash Worcestershire sauce
Sour cream, for topping
4 slices bacon, cooked crisp, for topping
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, for topping
Gina's Spinach Salad with Spiced Pecans, for serving, recipe follows
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon ancho chile powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Freshly cracked black pepper
1 cup pecan halves
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 small shallot, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
Pinch sugar
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
One 10-ounce package prewashed baby spinach
4 slices bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces, fried crisp
4 ounces crumbled blue cheese
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
Active Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic, carrots, celery and onions, and cook until the vegetables begin to soften, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle the flour into the saucepan to toast the flour, stirring constantly, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Gradually whisk in the stock, and then the milk and beer. Stir in the potatoes and bring the soup to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer the soup until the potatoes are tender, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Remove the saucepan from the heat and, using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. Return the soup to low heat. Add 1 cup of the Cheddar, a handful at a time, stirring until melted and smooth after each addition. Add additional chicken stock if necessary to adjust the consistency. Sprinkle with hot sauce, Worcestershire, salt and pepper. Divide the soup among bowls and top with the remaining Cheddar, sour cream, bacon and chives. Serve with Gina's Spinach Salad with Spiced Pecans.
  • Gina's Spinach Salad
  • Spiced Pecans:
  • Spinach Salad:
  • For the pecans: Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Stir in all the spices and the pecans. Stir and toast the pecans for about 5 minutes. Transfer them to a plate to cool.
  • For the salad: Whisk together the balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard and shallots in a small bowl. Drizzle in the olive oil in a continuous stream, whisking to emulsify. Season with a pinch of sugar, salt and pepper.
  • Add the spinach to a large serving bowl. Toss the greens with the prepared dressing, the bacon, blue cheese, cherry tomatoes and spiced pecans.

CHEESY POTATO SOUP



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound frozen Tater Tots
3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 12 ounces)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 onion, diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced (about 1 1/2 pounds)
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 slices thick-cut bacon, diced
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Spread the Tater Tots on a baking sheet and bake, tossing halfway through, until crisp, about 20 minutes. Sprinkle with 1 cup cheese and continue baking until melted, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat the butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the onion, season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until just softened, about 1 minute. Add the potatoes, chicken broth, 3/4 cup water and 1/2 teaspoon salt and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover and cook until the potatoes are tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a small skillet over medium-high heat until crisp, 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  • Puree the soup with an immersion blender, thinning with up to 1/4 cup water. (Alternatively, puree the soup in batches in a blender, then return to the pot.) Stir in 1/4 cup sour cream and the remaining 2 cups cheese until melted. Ladle the soup into bowls. Top with the Tater Tots, bacon, chives and remaining 1/4 cup sour cream. Season with pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 840, Fat 51 grams, SaturatedFat 24 grams, Cholesterol 106 milligrams, Sodium 1575 milligrams, Carbohydrate 72 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 34 grams, Sugar 6 grams

CHEESY BROCCOLI-POTATO SOUP



Cheesy Broccoli-Potato Soup image

Hearty soup made simple. Loaded with chicken, broccoli, cheese and creamy potatoes, this flavorful soup is just minutes away.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 carton (32 oz) Progresso™ chicken broth
1/3 cup chopped onion
1 bag (12 oz) frozen chopped broccoli
2 cups milk
1 1/3 cups Betty Crocker™ mashed potatoes
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese (4 oz)
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In 3-quart saucepan, heat broth, onion and frozen broccoli to boiling. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in milk and dry potatoes until well blended; stir in remaining ingredients.
  • Heat over low heat about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until hot and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 860 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

CROCK POT - CHEESY HAM POTATO SOUP



Crock Pot - Cheesy Ham Potato Soup image

COMFORT FOOD! Flavors blend well in this soup/chowder which can easily be cooked stovetop or in a crock pot. A great way to use leftover ham. EASY preparation. Your family will love this soup!

Provided by Seasoned Cook

Categories     Chowders

Time 4h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups cooked ham, diced
1 celery rib, chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
5 potatoes, cut in cubes
2 (15 ounce) cans creamed corn
2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
2 cups milk
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional)
3 tablespoons cold water (optional)

Steps:

  • Place ham, celery, onion, carrots, potatoes, corn and chicken broth in crock pot. Add salt and pepper to taste. (The ham will provide some salt.) If cooking stovetop, cook until potatoes are done. Turn crock pot to low and cook 3 to 4 hours.
  • During last 10 minutes of cooking add evaporated milk. Heat only-do not boil. Str lightly to allow cheese to melt. If a thicker soup is desired, add optional cornstarch after dissolving it in cold water. Smash a few potatoes for thickening.
  • ENJOY!

Tips:

  • Use a variety of potatoes. This will give your soup a more complex flavor and texture. Good options include Yukon Golds, russets, and red potatoes.
  • Don't overcook the potatoes. They should be tender but still hold their shape.
  • Use a good quality cheese. This is one of the main ingredients in the soup, so it's important to use a cheese that you enjoy. A sharp cheddar or Gruyère are both good options.
  • Add your favorite toppings. Some popular options include bacon, ham, green onions, and sour cream.

Conclusion:

Cheesy potato soup is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cold day. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try!

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