Potato Soup with Cream Cheese
Creamy, hearty potato soup enhanced with smooth cream cheese.Easy to prepare with simple, wholesome ingredients.Perfect for cold days or family dinners.A rich, comforting soup that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 6 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
Optional toppings:
- shredded cheddar cheese
- crumbled bacon
- chopped green onions
- parsley
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Add diced potatoes and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender (about 15–20 minutes).
- Use a potato masher or immersion blender to reach your desired soup consistency (chunky or smooth).
- Stir in cream cheese and milk, mixing until fully melted and creamy.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- For extra richness, use half-and-half instead of milk.
- Add shredded carrots or celery for more texture.
- Use low-fat cream cheese for a lighter version.
- Mash only half the potatoes if you like a chunkier soup.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day.