Cheesiest Potato Soup Recipe
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Cheesiest Potato Soup

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"Cream and sharp Cheddar are added to pureed potatoes and the soup is seasoned with dill and cayenne for a creamy, thick meal."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.7 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (265)

Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
30 Min
Ready In:
45 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 2 1/2 cups peeled and diced potatoes
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 3/4 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried dill weed
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Cook onion in butter until softened. Stir in potatoes and broth, bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, until potatoes are tender.
  2. Puree potato mixture in a blender or food processor or using an immersion blender; return to pot over medium heat. Stir in cream, cheese, dill, pepper, salt and cayenne. Bring to a low boil and cook, stirring, until thickened, 5 minutes.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 366 | Total Fat: 29.6g | Cholesterol: 99mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 2, 2006 by Julie_Stamps   view full review
I have tried so many potato soup recipes - but this one tops the charts! Definately double or...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 23, 2005 by ABIGATOR8U Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
i've made this soup at least three times now. instead of pureeing the potatoes i mash them...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on May 20, 2004 by SHAWNA E.   view full review
This soup was indeed delicious! But I can't leave well enough alone, so I did make a few...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 21, 2005 by TAYLORBUNCH   view full review
Wow! I really enjoyed this soup! I sauteed a clove of minced garlic with the onions, used...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 18, 2005 by Jennyd1102   view full review
I can't count the number of times I've made this soup. It's so incredibly easy and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 7, 2005 by What a Dish!   view full review
Good, but almost too cheesy! And that's wierd, coming from me. I did like it though. I like...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 3, 2006 by windedmama   view full review
Really really good! I wish I had run across this recipe in the Fall instead of the Spring...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 8, 2006 by Jackie   view full review
The soup was v/good, but made a few changes because of my husband's diet and my own recipes. ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on May 15, 2005 by GOTTALOTAGIRLS   view full review
My husband and I love this soup. He is from PA and asked that I make a potato soup for him so...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 23, 2005 by RICKOGE   view full review
I have made this several times and it is a great hit with my family and friends. I changed it...

 

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