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Close-up of creamy baked potato soup topped with shredded cheddar cheese, crispy plant-based bacon bits, and chopped chives in a white ramekin.

Creamy Cheddar Baked Potato Soup


  • Author: Chef Clara
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Creamy vegetarian baked potato soup with cheddar, sour cream, and chives—rich, cheesy comfort perfect for chilly days or weeknight dinners!


Ingredients

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  • 4 medium potatoes, scrubbed

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1/4 cup yellow onion, diced

  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour

  • 2 cups low-fat milk

  • 1 cup half-and-half

  • 2 cups vegetable broth

  • 1 tsp salt (plus more to taste)

  • 1/2 tsp garlic salt (plus more to taste)

  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

  • 1 cup mild cheddar cheese, shredded

  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

  • 1 cup sour cream

  • Fresh chives, for garnish


Instructions

  • Microwave pierced potatoes for 12–15 minutes or until tender. Cool, peel, and cut into chunks.

  • In a large pot, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add garlic and onion, cook 2–3 minutes.

  • Stir in flour; whisk for 1–2 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk and half-and-half until smooth.

  • Slowly add broth, whisking constantly. Simmer 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.

  • Stir in cheddar cheeses and sour cream. Remove from heat.

  • Add potatoes, breaking them up slightly or leaving chunky.

 

  • Serve warm, garnished with extra cheese and fresh chives.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American