Potato and Cheese Soup

Ingredients

• 4-5 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 3 tablespoons grated cheddar cheese
• 30 grams mozzarella cheese
• 1 teaspoon oil
• 8-10 garlic cloves
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2-3 fresh sprigs thyme
• 4 cups vegetable stock
• Salt to taste
• Crushed black peppercorns to taste
• A fresh parsley sprig for garnishing

Method

1. Heat oil in a non-stick pan. 
2. Chop garlic, add and sauté till it turns light brown. Add onion, stir and sauté on medium heat for a minute.
3. Add potatoes, stir and sauté for 2-3 minutes. 
4. Finely chop thyme leaves and add, mix well, cover and cook till potatoes turn soft.
5. Add 2 cups stock, stir to mix, cover and cook for 5-7 minutes.
6. Mash potatoes with a masher. Add remaining stock and stir to mix. Add salt and crushed peppercorns, mix well, cover and cook for 5-10 minutes.
7. Add cheddar cheese and mix well. Simmer till cheese melts.
8. Cut mozzarella cheese into small cubes and add, mix well and bring to a boil.
9. Garnish with parsley sprig and serve hot.