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Cheesy Potato Soup Recipe

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This cheesy potato soup recipe is packed with creamy Yukon Gold potatoes, cheddar, Parmesan, and a delicious blend of seasonings like oregano, thyme, and mustard powder. A dash of soy sauce and hot sauce add extra depth. Simple to prepare, this soup combines sautéed onions, garlic, chicken broth, and half-and-half for a hearty, comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs. Yukon Gold potatoes (or russet)
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon each: dried parsley, oregano, mustard powder
  • ¼ teaspoon each: dried thyme, pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 large yellow onion (or 2 small)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup flour
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups half-and-half
  • 2 lbs. Yukon Gold potatoes (or russet)
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon each: dried parsley, oregano, mustard powder
  • ¼ teaspoon each: dried thyme, pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 large yellow onion (or 2 small)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup flour
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups half-and-half
  • 1 ¾ cups cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
  • Optional Garnishes: green onions, chives, crumbled bacon, extra cheese
  • 1 ¾ cups cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
  • Optional Garnishes: green onions, chives, crumbled bacon, extra cheese

Instructions

  • Peel and dice the potatoes, then boil in salted water until tender. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large pot, heat olive oil and butter. Add onions and cook until softened, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  • Stir in flour, followed by soy sauce and hot sauce. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and half-and-half.
  • Add the cooked potatoes, sour cream, cream cheese, cheddar, Parmesan, and seasonings. Stir until cheese melts and soup is creamy.
  • Simmer briefly and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with green onions, crumbled bacon, or extra cheese.

Notes

  • Yukon Gold potatoes give the soup a creamy texture, but russets can be used as a substitute.
  • Soy sauce and hot sauce add umami and a slight kick but can be adjusted to taste.
  • For extra richness, top with crumbled bacon, green onions, or more cheese.

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