Creamy Cheesy Potato Soup

Introduction

Creamy Cheesy Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food—rich, velvety, and packed with layers of flavor. This soup is a favorite, especially during cooler months, thanks to its hearty texture, smooth consistency, and the irresistible combination of potatoes and cheese. Whether you’re feeding a hungry family on a busy weeknight or looking for a satisfying dish to wow your guests, this recipe guarantees to keep everyone coming back for a second bowl.

Why This Creamy Cheesy Potato Soup Stands Out

What makes this potato soup unforgettable is its thick, silky base paired with pockets of melty cheese in every spoonful. By sautéing onions and garlic before adding the potatoes, you build a deep savory foundation. Using a blend of sharp cheddar and cream cheese ensures rich, balanced flavors without becoming overly heavy. This soup is easy enough for weeknight cooking, yet elegant enough to serve for special gatherings.

Prepping the Perfect Ingredients

Start by dicing your potatoes and prepping your vegetables. Using a Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper saves significant time and gives you uniform pieces, which helps the potatoes cook evenly and lends the soup a consistent, creamy texture. For the cheese, freshly grate your cheddar—pre-packaged shreds don’t melt as seamlessly.

For a rich and full-bodied texture, blend part of the soup after simmering. A Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender is perfect for creating the perfect creamy finish, but a hand blender also works in a pinch. Remember, blending just half the soup adds body while leaving some chunky potato bites for heartiness.

Step-by-Step: Creamy Cheesy Potato Soup

Begin by melting butter in a large stockpot and sautéing diced onions, celery, and carrots until soft. Add your potatoes and garlic, then pour in chicken or vegetable broth, bringing it all to a gentle simmer. Once the potatoes are fork-tender, blend half of the soup mixture to achieve that luscious, thick consistency.

Stir in your cheeses until melted, then finish with a splash of milk or cream for extra decadence. Don’t forget to season generously with salt and pepper—taste as you go for best results.

Serving and Storing Suggestions

Dish up your Creamy Cheesy Potato Soup with classic toppings like chopped chives, cooked bacon bits, and a handful of shredded cheese. For a restaurant-style finish, serve with crusty bread or a fresh green salad. If you plan to meal-prep, store leftovers in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers to keep your soup fresh for up to four days.

This soup also reheats beautifully, making it a great choice for lunch throughout the week. If you’re taking it on-the-go, a Bentgo Salad Container offers a leakproof, portable solution for piping hot soup.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe serves 6 generous portions. Each serving contains approximately 380–450 calories, depending on cheese and milk choices. It provides a cozy dose of comfort and is best enjoyed as an occasional treat.

Creamy Cheesy Potato Soup Recap

If you’re after a soul-warming, flavor-packed meal, Creamy Cheesy Potato Soup is a must-try. Its balance of creamy richness and satisfying potato bites, finished with the indulgence of melted cheese, makes it a sure crowd-pleaser for gatherings big or small.

Instructions

1. Melt butter in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add diced onions, celery, and carrots. Cook for 6–8 minutes until softened.
2. Add garlic; sauté 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in potatoes and season with salt and pepper.
3. Pour in broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15–20 minutes, until potatoes are fork-tender.
4. Using a Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender, carefully blend half of the soup in batches until smooth, then return to pot. Alternatively, use an immersion blender for a slightly chunky texture.
5. Reduce heat to low. Stir in cheddar cheese and cream cheese until fully melted and incorporated. Gently mix in milk or half-and-half until the soup reaches desired creaminess.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed. Heat through, but do not boil once cheese is added.
7. Ladle soup into bowls and top with chives, bacon bits, or more cheese. Serve hot, ideally with crusty bread or a side salad. Store leftovers in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers for easy reheating.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

Enjoy every spoonful of this luscious, Creamy Cheesy Potato Soup—a cozy classic with unbeatable flavor and creamy, cheesy goodness!