South of the Border Cheesy Potato Soup

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 18
Authentic South of the Border Cheesy Potato Soup recipe
in Soup

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup chopped onion
1/3 cup chopped celery
2 tablespoons butter
4 cups diced peeled potatoes
3 cups chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon marjoram
1 tablespoon instant minced garlic ( I use a mix of dried garlic and roasted red pepper )
2 cups milk
8 ounces monterey jack cheese
1 can cream-style corn
1 can diced chilies
2 ounces diced pimentos ( optional )
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
548
Sugar
11g
Fat
33g
South of the Border Cheesy Potato Soup is a Tex-Mex twist on a classic potato soup recipe. This soup is a comfort food favorite, filled with creamy cheese, diced chilies, chunks of potato, and corn. This recipe is perfect for chilly days when you need something hearty and warming. The soup gets its name from the addition of diced chilies and Mexican-style flavors. This soup is a filling and delicious meal that the whole family will love!

Instructions

1.In a large pot, saute onions and celery in butter until tender.
2.Add diced potatoes, chicken broth, paprika, marjoram, and garlic to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
3.Stir in milk, monterey jack cheese, cream-style corn, diced chilies, and pimentos. Cook on low heat until cheese is melted and soup is heated through. Salt and pepper to taste.
4.Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This South of the Border Cheesy Potato Soup is creamy, hearty, and loaded with flavor.
The combination of spicy chilies, sweet corn, and savory cheese makes for a satisfying meal.

This soup can be made in under an hour, making it a great weeknight dinner option.

CONS

This soup is high in calories, fat, and sodium.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The diced chilies may be too spicy for some individuals.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its high calorie and fat content, this soup provides a good source of calcium from the monterey jack cheese. The chicken broth and vegetables in this soup provide essential vitamins and minerals. Additionally, the garlic and chilies in this recipe are believed to have immune-boosting properties and aid in digestion.

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