Easy Tasty Potato Soup

• potatoes↗2 lbs

  cubed

• large onion↗1

  diced

• garlic↗4 cloves

  smashed

• celery salt2 tablespoons
• dried parsley↗3 tablespoons
• dried tarragon1 teaspoon
• fresh coarse ground black pepper↗1 teaspoon
• kosher salt↗1 1⁄2 teaspoons
• vegetable stock or 2 cups chicken stock↗2 cups
• half-and-half cream↗1⁄2 cup
• milk↗1⁄4 cup
• cheddar cheese↗4 ounces

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Place potatoes, onions, garlic, and spices in large pot with stock. The stock shouldn't quite cover all the ingredients.

2. 2

   Cover and bring to a boil. After the stock is boiling, reduce heat and simmer 25 minutes until potatoes are tender.

3. 3

   Turn off heat. Mash the potatoes to desired consistency. Stir in milk and half & half, then turn the heat back on low to warm through. Stir in the cheese and let it melt.

4. 4

   Enjoy!