Irish potato cheddar chives (Printable)
Comforting Irish-style soup blending tender potatoes, sharp cheddar, and fresh chives for a warm, creamy dish.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 3 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
05 - 1 medium carrot, peeled and diced
06 - 2 stalks celery, diced
→ Liquids
07 - 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
08 - 1 cup whole milk
→ Dairy & Cheese
09 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
10 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
→ Seasonings
11 - 1 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
13 - 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
→ Garnish
14 - 3 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
# How-To Steps:
01 - Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5–6 minutes until softened and fragrant.
02 - Stir in diced potatoes and thyme. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally to coat.
03 - Pour in broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 20–25 minutes until potatoes are very tender.
04 - Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup, leaving some chunks for texture. Alternatively, transfer half to a blender, blend until smooth, and return to pot.
05 - Stir in milk and heavy cream. Heat gently without boiling. Add shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and fully incorporated.
06 - Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh chives and additional cheddar cheese.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The way sharp cheddar melts into creamy potatoes creates this incredible richness that feels like being wrapped in a blanket
- Its ready in under an hour but tastes like it simmered all day
02 -
- Never let the soup boil after adding the dairy or it will separate and look grainy
- Grating your own cheese makes a huge difference because pre shredded cheese has anti caking agents that prevent smooth melting
03 -
- Cut your potatoes into even sized cubes so they all cook at the same rate
- Buy block cheddar and grate it yourself for the smoothest results