How to Make Cheesy Potato Soup II - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a warm, comforting bowl of potato soup on a chilly day. And when that potato soup is made with plenty of cheese, it's even better. This recipe for Cheesy Potato Soup II is sure to become a new favorite in your household. It's creamy, flavorful, and oh-so-satisfying. Plus, it's easy to make, so you can whip up a batch whenever the craving strikes.

The key to this soup's rich, cheesy flavor is, of course, the cheese. You'll need a combination of sharp cheddar ...

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Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 ½ cups chopped onions
  • 1 ½ cups chopped celery
  • 4 cups water
  • 8 potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 15 slices American cheese - broken into pieces
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 ⅓ cups milk
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 9
  • Yield: 8 to 10 servings

  • Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Saute the onions and celery in the butter for 5 to 10 minutes, or until tender.
  • Stir in the water and potatoes, bring to a boil and then simmer until the potatoes are tender. Add the cheese and stir until melted.
  • In a separate small bowl, combine the flour and the milk and stir well until the flour is mostly dissolved. Pour this into the soup slowly, stirring constantly, until soup has thickened, about 5 minutes. Garnish with the parsley.
  • Nutrition

    449 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 15g
    • Cholesterol: 70mg
    • Sodium: 760mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 43g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 41mg
    • Calcium: 376mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 1073mg