Easy Cheesy Potato Soup Recipe

Name: Easy Cheesy Potato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs russet potatoes, peeled; 4 cups chicken broth; 1/4 cup butter; 1/2 cup chopped green onion, can save some tops for garnish; 1/4 cup flour; 1 teaspoon celery seed; 1/4 teaspoon spanish smoked paprika; 4 cups fat-free half-and-half; 1 lb American cheese or 1 lb mild cheddar cheese; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

3 lbs russet potatoes, peeled
4 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup chopped green onion, can save some tops for garnish
1/4 cup flour
1 teaspoon celery seed
1/4 teaspoon spanish smoked paprika
4 cups fat-free half-and-half
1 lb American cheese or 1 lb mild cheddar cheese
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

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["Dice the peeled potatoes into about 3/4"" pieces.", "Place the diced potatoes in a pot with the 4 cups of chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes or until potatoes are nice and tender.", "While potatoes cook, in a separate pot, melt the butter. Add the chopped green onion and saute for 5 minutes.", "Whisk the flour, celery seeds and paprika into the butter/green onions and stir constantly until a smooth paste. Gradually stir in the ff half and half. Stir frequently until mixture begins to thicken.", "Add the hot cooked potatoes and both into the creamy mixture; stir well.", "With a slotted spoon remove 1 or 2 cups of the potatoes and set them aside.", "Use a stick blender or blender or food processor to blend the soup in the pot.", "Return the blended mixture and reserved 1 or 2 cups of potatoes to the pot.", "Stir in the cheese, salt and pepper.", "Stir and cook (but do NOT allow to boil) until cheese is melted smooth and well-mixed.", "Serve.", "Garnish with some green onion tops, if desired."]

1256

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

111

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs russet potatoes, peeled, 4 cups chicken broth, 1/4 cup butter, 1/2 cup chopped green onion, can save some tops for garnish, and more.

Yes, Easy Cheesy Potato Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Easy Cheesy Potato Soup

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