
Made with AI
Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion, sliced carrot and minced red chili pepper. Cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion begins to soften.
Add the smoked paprika and cook for 30 seconds, stirring continuously to release its aroma.
Add the cubed potato, chopped tomato and vegetable broth. Stir well and bring the soup to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover partially and simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until the potato and carrot are tender.
Blend all or part of the soup to the desired consistency using an immersion blender. For a chunkier soup, lightly mash some of the potato against the side of the saucepan instead.
Reduce the heat to its lowest setting. Add the grated cheddar cheese gradually and stir until fully melted. Do not allow the soup to boil after adding the cheese.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the lemon juice.
Ladle the soup into a bowl and serve hot.