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Crockpot Potato Soup

Creamy Crockpot Potato Soup for Cozy Evenings at Home

This creamy Crockpot Potato Soup is a comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings, made with simple ingredients that warm the soul.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 4 medium Russet Potatoes Peeled and diced
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Can substitute with mild cheddar or mozzarella
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be a lighter substitute
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Unsalted preferred
For the Crunch
  • 4 slices Bacon Crispy, omit for vegetarian version
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Crockpot Potato Soup
  1. Start by peeling and dicing the russet potatoes into small, even chunks.
  2. Chop the onion and mince the garlic until fragrant.
  3. In your crockpot, add the prepared potatoes, chopped onion, minced garlic, and pour in the chicken broth.
  4. Cover the crockpot and set it to low heat for 6-8 hours or high heat for 3-4 hours.
  5. Using a potato masher, gently mash the soup to achieve your desired texture.
  6. Stir in butter, milk or cream, and cheddar cheese until melted and well combined.
  7. Ladle the warm soup into bowls, garnishing with extra cheese, chopped green onions, and crispy bacon if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Feel free to add herbs or spices for added flavor.

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