Ingredients
4–5 medium russet or Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
½ red onion, chopped
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose spice blend (sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, dried parsley)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 tablespoons white cooking wine or additional vegetable stock
4 cups vegetable stock or broth
1 cup heavy cream (can use full-fat coconut cream or milk for a vegan alternative)
1–2 cups freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese (or dairy-free cheese/nutritional yeast for vegan option)
1 cup chopped kale (optional)
Russet potatoes for creaminess and aroma
Red onion for creaminess and aroma
Garlic for creaminess and aroma
Spice blend adds depth and zest
Smoked paprika adds depth and zest
Heavy cream creates rich, smooth texture
Cheddar cheese creates rich, smooth texture
Instructions
1-First, heat the olive oil and butter in a medium-sized pot over medium-high heat. Sauté the garlic and onions until they’re translucent and fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, to build that amazing base flavor. Then, stir in the smoked paprika and spice blend to mix everything together nicely.
2-Next, add the cubed potatoes and vegetable stock, bringing it to a boil for 1-2 minutes. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are tender this is where the magic happens! For a thicker texture, you can simmer a bit longer or add a thickener, but keep those potato chunks hearty for the best bite.
3-Once that’s done, stir in the heavy cream, kale if you’re using it, and white cooking wine. Finally, add the freshly grated cheese and keep stirring until it’s all melted and creamy. Remove from heat and serve right away, maybe with a garnish for extra flair. Prep time is just 10 minutes, and cook time is about 35 minutes, making this a go-to for busy days.
Last Step:
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🧄 Use fresh garlic and a good spice blend for a deeper, richer flavor.
🧀 Add cheese gradually to ensure a smooth, creamy texture without clumping.
🥣 For extra thickness, lightly mash some potatoes before adding cream and cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian (can be vegan with substitutions)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
