Potato, Onion and Blue Cheese Soup

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Potato, Onion and Blue Cheese Soup
65 min.
20
96kcal

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Warm up your culinary adventures with a delightful bowl of Potato, Onion, and Blue Cheese Soup! This hearty and comforting soup is not only vegetarian and gluten-free, but it’s also a perfect choice to please a crowd — making it ideal for family gatherings or cozy evenings with friends. With 20 servings packed into this recipe, it’s a wonderful starter that sets the tone for any meal.

The rich flavors of russet or Yukon gold potatoes meld perfectly with the sweet, caramelized onions and the distinctive tang of crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, creating a blissfully creamy texture that is simply irresistible. The addition of fresh chives adds a pop of color and a hint of freshness, making each spoonful a true delight.

As you embark on this 65-minute journey, you’ll appreciate how the combination of simple ingredients transforms into a luxurious dish that feels gourmet yet is easy to prepare. Whether you’re seeking a satisfying soup for lunch, an elegant starter for dinner, or even a sumptuous snack, this Potato, Onion, and Blue Cheese Soup is sure to become a favorite in your repertoire. So grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let the tantalizing aroma of this soup fill your kitchen!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons chives snipped
  • cloves garlic minced
  • 0.8 cup gorgonzola crumbled
  • cup half and half 
  • 2.5 cups chicken broth low-sodium
  • large onion chopped
  • 20 servings salt and pepper 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted
  • 2.5 pounds yukon gold potatoes peeled cut into 1-inch dice ( 3 large)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • ladle
  • blender

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
  2. Add onions and garlic and cook, stirring, until tender but not browned, about 8minutes.
  3. Add potatoes, season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
  4. Pour in broth; bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until potatoes are very soft, about 25 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  6. Add half-and-half and 3/4 cup Gorgonzola and stir until cheese has melted. Working in batches, puree soup in a blender until smooth. Rinse out saucepan, wipe dry and return soup to it. Gently rewarm soup over medium-low heat; do not boil. Season with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls and garnish with chives and remaining 2 Tbsp. Gorgonzola.

Nutrition Facts

Calories96kcal
Protein13.12%
Fat36.5%
Carbs50.38%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.64
Glycemic Load
7.62
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.4343478563039%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.77mg
Kaempferol
0.58mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
3.46mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:95.76kcal
4.79%
Fat:3.99g
6.14%
Saturated Fat:2.44g
15.23%
Carbohydrates:12.39g
4.13%
Net Carbohydrates:10.88g
3.96%
Sugar:1.65g
1.83%
Cholesterol:10.42mg
3.47%
Sodium:262.97mg
11.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.23g
6.45%
Vitamin C:12.66mg
15.34%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.27%
Potassium:315.26mg
9.01%
Phosphorus:74.38mg
7.44%
Fiber:1.52g
6.06%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.66%
Vitamin B3:1.08mg
5.4%
Calcium:48.03mg
4.8%
Copper:0.09mg
4.33%
Magnesium:17.25mg
4.31%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.23%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.87%
Folate:14.18µg
3.54%
Iron:0.57mg
3.15%
Vitamin B5:0.3mg
2.99%
Zinc:0.39mg
2.58%
Vitamin A:124.67IU
2.49%
Vitamin K:2.14µg
2.04%
Selenium:1.31µg
1.87%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.78%
Source:My Recipes