Description
A warm and comforting hash brown potato soup, featuring creamy textures and cheesy goodness. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bag (30 oz) frozen hash browns
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: sliced green onions, crumbled bacon, additional cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of oil or butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the frozen hash browns and cook for a few minutes until they start to thaw.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well and let simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Lower the heat and add the heavy cream and milk to the pot. Stir gently until combined.
- Gradually stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, cooking until fully melted and creamy.
- Sample the soup and adjust seasonings if necessary. If it’s too thick, you can add more broth or milk until you reach your desired consistency.
- Ladle the hot soup into bowls and top with any optional toppings like green onions, bacon, or extra cheese.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Experiment with different seasonings like paprika or cayenne.
- Add fresh herbs like parsley or chives as a topping.
- For a smoother soup, use an immersion blender.
- Portion into single servings for meal prep.
- Variations include Loaded Baked Potato, Vegetarian, Spicy, Creamy Spinach, and different cheese options.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- Freeze portions for up to 3 months. Reheat by thawing in the fridge and warming on the stovetop with a splash of milk or broth.
- Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1.5 cups
- Calories: 377 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: N/A