Quick Potato Soup

Warm up your weeknight dinners with this comforting Quick Potato Soup, a simple yet satisfying recipe that's ready in just 35 minutes! Perfectly creamy with a touch of rustic charm, this hearty soup combines tender potatoes, savory sautéed onions, and garlic, blended to perfection with vegetable broth and a splash of milk. The addition of dried thyme and melted cheddar cheese infuses each spoonful with rich, cozy flavors. Whether you partially blend it for a creamy yet chunky texture or go fully smooth, this one-pot wonder is customizable for every palate. Serve it piping hot and garnish with fresh scallions for an added pop of flavor. Ideal for busy nights or lazy weekends, this easy potato soup recipe is a go-to for anyone craving a quick, homemade comfort food option.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium potatoes
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 2 units garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped scallions (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes, about 1/2 inch in size.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and translucent.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the diced potatoes to the pot and pour in the vegetable broth.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 8

Using an immersion blender, partially blend the soup to create a creamy texture while leaving some potato chunks for a hearty consistency. (Alternatively, transfer half of the soup to a blender, blend until smooth, and return it to the pot.)

Step 9

Stir in the milk, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme.

Step 10

Let the soup gently simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 11

Turn off the heat and mix in the shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted and incorporated.

Step 12

Serve the soup warm, garnished with chopped scallions if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2200 grams (2200.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1718

Total Fat 55.70g	71%
Saturated Fat 29.90g	150%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.70g
Cholesterol 148mg	49%
Sodium 5290mg	230%
Total Carbohydrate 255.20g	93%
Dietary Fiber 31.70g	113%
Total Sugars 40.50g
Protein 61.20g	122%

Vitamin D 112IU	559%
Calcium 1013mg	78%
Iron 14mg	78%
Potassium 6581mg	140%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.4%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 57.8%