POTATO, CHEDDAR, AND CHIVE SOUP

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Provided by Lynn Alley

Categories     Blender     Food Processor     Slow Cooker     Chicken     Garlic     Herb     Potato     Kid-Friendly     Back to School     Cheddar     Winter     Chive     Small Plates

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 large potatoes, peeled and sliced
4 cups chicken stock, plus more as needed
1 large clove garlic
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, or a mixture of sharp Cheddar and smoked Gouda
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup heavy cream, half-and-half, or sour cream (optional)
1/4 cup crumbled sharp Cheddar cheese, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes and 1 cup of the stock in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 2 hours, or until the potatoes are just tender.
  • Transfer two-thirds of the potatoes to a food processor or blender, along with the cooking liquid. Add the garlic. Blend to the desired consistency: a blender will yield a smooth texture, a food processor a rough, rustic consistency.
  • Return the potato purée to the slow cooker and stir in the shredded cheese, the remaining 2/3 cup stock, and the chives. Cover and cook on low for 30 minutes, or until the soup is well heated. Add extra stock or water if the soup is too thick. Break up the whole potato slices with a fork to achieve a texture that suits you. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the cream just before serving.
  • Ladle into soup bowls, sprinkle with the crumbled cheese, and serve immediately.
  • Southwestern Potato-Cheddar Soup:
  • For a Southwestern version of this soup, use cilantro instead of chives, and add 1 (4-ounce) can chopped roasted green chiles and 1 teaspoon each ground cumin and coriander.

Abdalfetah Abdou
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This is the best potato cheddar and chive soup I've ever had. I will definitely be making it again.


Hammed Waheed
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This soup is a must-try for any potato soup lover. It's easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Bonsu Philemon
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I love this soup! It's so creamy and cheesy, and the chives really give it a nice flavor.


Thembi Mahlangu
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This soup is perfect for a potluck or a party. It's easy to make ahead of time and it always gets rave reviews.


Precious Bankong
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for when you need a quick and easy meal.


Aaron Dickson
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I highly recommend it.


Parbati Pantha
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I made this soup for my kids and they loved it! They even asked for seconds.


Jennifer Melendez
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and it warms you up from the inside out.


Nicolina Clarke
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I'm not a huge fan of potato soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so creamy and flavorful, and the chives really make it.


Ina Le Roux
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Hilary Hichez
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I will definitely be making it again.


T I K T O K E_R MD Lalon Osman
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This potato cheddar and chive soup was a hit with my family! It was creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor. I especially loved the addition of chives, which gave the soup a nice fresh flavor.