In the realm of culinary comfort, few dishes evoke the warmth and nostalgia of a hearty bowl of dad's cheese potato soup. This classic soup, with its creamy, cheesy broth, tender potatoes, and savory seasonings, has a way of bringing families together and creating lasting memories. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting out in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the steps of creating the perfect bowl of dad's cheese potato soup, so you can enjoy this heartwarming dish in the comfort of your own home. From selecting the right potatoes and cheese to mastering the art of creating the perfect roux, we'll cover all the essential elements of this classic recipe, ensuring that your soup turns out creamy, flavorful, and irresistibly delicious.
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CHEDDAR CHEESE POTATO SOUP
Here's a recipe I created as an alternative to plain potato soup. Hearty and comforting, it disappears quickly when I serve it to my family on chilly evenings. Team it with bread and a salad, and you have a complete meal.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 45m
Yield 10-12 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large Dutch oven, saute onion and celery in butter for 5 minutes. Add potatoes and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender., Stir in 2 cups milk, bouillon, salt and pepper. Combine flour and remaining milk until smooth; gradually stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Add cheese and bacon; stir until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 387 calories, Fat 26g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 985mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
POTATO CHEESE SOUP
A rich potato soup. It'll warm you up on a cold winter day!
Provided by Marilyn Johnson
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, vegetable broth and salt to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until potatoes are just tender. Do not rinse: mash mixture slightly. Stir in milk.
- In a small mixing bowl, blend butter, flour, parsley, and pepper; stir into potato mixture. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly.
- Remove from heat: add cheese and stir until cheese is almost melted. Let soup stand for 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.3 calories, Carbohydrate 37.1 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 12.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 638.4 mg, Sugar 7.8 g
POTATO SOUP, DAD'S WORLD FAMOUS
My family loves this soup. They call it Dad's world famous potato soup. I wouldn't go that far, but it is pretty awesome. Make the potatoes a little different in size when you cut them up, it adds to the complexity of the soup.
Provided by The unknown chef
Categories Potato
Time 1h
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine water, celery, carrots and half of the salt and pepper in a large soup kettle.
- Heat on high heat to a boil then turn down heat to medium high and boil for 5 minutes.
- Add potatoes and half of ham. When the kettle boils again it should take about 15 minutes until the potatoes are tender on a low boil. Start checking at this time. You should just be able to put a fork into the potatoes with little resistance.
- In a medium sauce pan add the butter, onions, left over salt and pepper. Cook on medium high heat stirring the onions about every 2 minutes for about 10 minutes till soft. You can tell they are done when the bottom of the pan starts to brown a little.
- Keep the pan on the heat and shake the flour over the onions. Now stir it into the onions for ½ minute. Pour in the milk and 3 cups of the potato water. Whisk it in till its well mixed, about ½ minute. It will be thick. Now add this and the rest of the ham to the potato's when they are finished. Stir for about ½ minute till it's well mixed.
- Cook over med high heat stirring the bottom of the pan constantly until you reach a boil. Boil for 1 minute and remove from heat.
- Remove 2 cups of the potato mixture and mash them with a little of the soup juice in the sauce pan. Add the mashed potatoes and the parsley to the kettle and check your seasonings. The mashed potatoes will thicken the soup some more and add more depth to it.
- Serve with shredded cheese on top if you like and crusty bread. We like smoked cheese with ours.
- If you have a ham bone boil it with 1 chop carrot, 1 chopped celery stalk and 1 chopped onion for 45 minutes in the gallon (plus 1 cup) water. Remove the bone to a plate to cool and strain the water before making the recipe. Add the ham bone meat when soup is finished.
POTATO CHEESE SOUP
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In large pot melt butter. Add leeks and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Add potatoes and season with salt and pepper. Add water and bring to a simmer. Cook until vegetables are tender. Place 3/4 of soup into a blender and puree, return to pot and bring to simmer. Add mustard and cheese. Stir until smooth. Add cream and bring to simmer. Pour into bowl and serve.
BEST CHEESY POTATO SOUP EVER!
I had a difficult time getting this recipe. I got this recipe from my great aunt. I have it memorized so I would never forget it. This is a one of a kind recipe and so delicious. One bowl of this soup will fill you up!
Provided by cori 3
Categories Potato
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium high heat. Sauté celery and onions together.
- Add potatoes and chicken broth.
- Cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 12 minutes.
- In batches, puree potatoes in blender and return to sauce pan. (I usually don't use a blender, I just use a fork).
- Stir in milk and seasonings.
- Add the cheese and heat only until melted. garnish with paprika, croutons, and parsley.
DYLAN'S POTATO, CARROT, AND CHEDDAR SOUP
My daughter Dylan (age 5) is the light of my life. She is smart, funny, and very creative. I try to encourage her as much as I can. Last week, Dylan told me she had an idea for soup. She wanted to make a soup with carrots, potatoes, cheese, and a little parsley. We had the good fortune to be at Seattle's Pike Place Market over the weekend and bought all the yummy ingredients fresh. The soup was absolutely delicious so I just had to share! Here's her recipe. Of course you can use fresh onion, fresh garlic, etc. However, I really wanted to stay true to my daughter's vision. The soup was wonderful, so I'm glad that I resisted the temptation to add a few things here and there. Enjoy!
Provided by Dev
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Carrot Soup Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium heat; cook and stir the potatoes and carrots in the hot oil until hot, about 10 minutes. Season with salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Pour the chicken broth over the mixture; continue cooking until the potatoes and carrots are soft, 10 to 15 minutes more.
- Pour about half of the potato-and-carrot mixture into a blender. Hold the lid of the blender with a folded kitchen towel and carefully start the blender, using a few quick pulses to get the soup moving before leaving it on to puree. Return the pureed soup to the pot. Stir the Cheddar cheese into the soup until melted. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with parsley to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 435.4 calories, Carbohydrate 63.5 g, Cholesterol 27.8 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 8.8 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 1263.1 mg, Sugar 6.7 g
POTATO CHEESE SOUP
My father was Swiss, so cheese has been a basic food in our family as long as I can remember. With its big cheese taste, you'll want to prepare this soup often. A steaming bowl plus a salad and a slice of bread makes a wonderful light meal. -Carol Smith, New Berlin, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings (1-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring potatoes, onion, water and salt to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until potatoes are tender. Do not drain; mash slightly. Stir in milk. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, blend the butter, flour, parsley and pepper; stir into the potato mixture. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Remove from the heat; add cheese and stir until almost melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 15g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 565mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
Tips:
- Use a variety of cheeses: A blend of sharp cheddar, Gruyère, and Parmesan cheeses creates a rich and flavorful soup. For a more unique flavor, try using smoked Gouda or fontina cheese.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables: In addition to potatoes, you can add other vegetables to the soup, such as carrots, celery, onions, or leeks. You can also add frozen or canned vegetables, such as peas, corn, or black beans.
- Season the soup to taste: The amount of salt, pepper, and other seasonings you add to the soup will depend on your personal preferences. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
- Serve the soup with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings for cheese potato soup include shredded cheese, crumbled bacon, chopped green onions, or sour cream.
Conclusion:
Dad's Cheese Potato Soup is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a hit with family and friends. With its rich and creamy flavor, this soup is perfect for a cold winter day. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try.
Here are some additional tips for making the best cheese potato soup:
- Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the soup will taste.
- Don't overcook the potatoes. They should be tender but still hold their shape.
- Be patient. The soup will take some time to simmer, but it's worth the wait.
- Serve the soup hot, with your favorite toppings.
With these tips, you're sure to make a cheese potato soup that everyone will love.
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