Cheddar Potato Soup

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Makes

8 servings

Updated: Oct. 13, 2022
My home state is famous for cheese, which I use in many recipes such as this creamy soup. Cheddar gives it a sunny color and tantalizing taste. A good meal starter, it's also a great choice for a light lunch or supper when teamed with a salad and bread. -Mark Trinklein, Racine, Wisconsin

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup chopped onion
  • 1/3 cup chopped celery
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cups diced peeled potatoes
  • 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups 2% milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • Dash paprika
  • Seasoned croutons and minced fresh parsley

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, saute onion and celery in butter until tender. Add potatoes and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
  2. Puree in small batches in a blender until smooth; return to the pan. Stir in the cheese, milk, pepper and paprika. Cook and stir over low heat until the cheese is melted. Garnish with croutons and parsley.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 239 calories, 13g fat (9g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 586mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.