Caldo De Queso Cheese Soup
Warm, comforting, and bursting with bold Mexican flavors, Caldo de Queso Cheese Soup is a hearty dish that combines creamy queso fresco, tender chunks of potatoes, and the smoky depth of roasted poblano peppers. This traditional Mexican soup is simmered to perfection with a base of aromatic sautéed onions, garlic, and ripe tomatoes, then enriched with velvety whole milk for a luscious texture. A subtle kick from the poblano peppers adds a delightful complexity, while a garnish of fresh cilantro brightens every spoonful. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner, this easy-to-make soup is ready in under an hour and is sure to delight your family with its rich, savory flavor. Grab a warm tortilla or crusty bread to soak up every drop of this irresistible comfort food!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced white onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 4 medium (peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes) potatoes
- 2 large (diced) tomatoes
- 2 roasted, peeled, and diced poblano peppers
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup, crumbled Mexican queso fresco
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, avoiding browning.
Add the diced potatoes, tomatoes, and roasted poblano peppers into the pot. Stir to combine.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and allow the soup to simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Stir in the whole milk, ensuring it warms through but does not boil.
Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.
Turn off the heat and gently stir in the crumbled queso fresco until it melts slightly, creating a creamy texture.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2326 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.0 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.5 g | 242% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 230 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 7748 mg | 337% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 262.0 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.3 g | 119% | |
| Total Sugars | 78.3 g | ||
| Protein | 107.7 g | 215% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 2242 mg | 172% | |
| Iron | 17.5 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 8673 mg | 185% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
