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.

Provided by sal

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Potato Soup Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter
1 cup diced onion
2 ½ cups peeled and diced potatoes
3 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 ¾ cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
¼ teaspoon dried dill weed
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • 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.
  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365.8 calories, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 99.1 mg, Fat 29.6 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 10.4 g, SaturatedFat 18.5 g, Sodium 347.8 mg, Sugar 2 g

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