✨ Crockpot Potato Soup ✨
What you’ll need:
6 Cups of potato’s
1 medium onion
Garlic Powder
Pepper
8 oz cream cheese
1/2 cup Sour cream
1/2 bacon bits
2 cups of cheddar shredded cheese
4 cups Chicken broth
What to do:
1. Wash, peel, and dice up your potato’s. (I roughly did 7 potatoes)
2. Dice up your onion
3. Toss the diced potatoes and onion in the crock pot with your chicken broth, garlic powder, and your pepper. Mix it all up.
4. Close it and Forget about for 6 hours…
5. Once them 6 hours is up, go back to the pot and add your cream cheese and sour cream
6. Grab an immersion blender (if you don’t have one, a hand mixer will do) and blend up the potatoes to a creamy consistency while mixing up the sour cream and cream cheese.
7. Add your cheese and bacon bits.
8. Give it a good mix again.
9. Serve to your family and enjoy 🫶🏼
I went ahead and served it with a baguette. Once again my family LOVED it and it’s fairly reasonably priced too 😌
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Potato soup is a classic comfort food, especially when made in a crockpot, as it allows the flavors to meld beautifully while you go about your day. Using a slow cooker to prepare this dish not only simplifies the cooking process but enhances the tenderness of the potatoes, making the soup incredibly creamy even before blending. For added depth, consider experimenting with extra seasonings like smoked paprika or fresh herbs such as thyme or parsley. These can brighten the flavor and make your soup stand out even more. Adding a pinch of nutmeg is a subtle trick often used in creamy soups to introduce warmth. Cream cheese and sour cream are key for achieving that luscious, velvety texture. If you prefer a lighter version, substituting Greek yogurt can maintain creaminess with fewer calories, though the taste will be tangier. Blending the potato mixture with an immersion blender as suggested is convenient, but if you want a chunkier texture, reserve some diced potatoes to stir in after blending. Serving your crockpot potato soup with crusty bread like a baguette, as mentioned, is a great idea. You can also top the soup with fresh chives, shredded cheese, jalapeños, or even a dollop of pesto for extra flavor layers. For those curious, this recipe can also be adapted for an Instant Pot, which many use for faster cooking times without sacrificing taste. However, the slow cooking method in a crockpot gives a deeper, richer broth as the ingredients simmer gently over hours. This dish is not only filling but toddler-friendly, providing a nutritious meal option that's easy on little palates. It’s perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prepping, or comforting cold-weather cooking. The reasonably priced ingredients make it an economical choice for families. In summary, crockpot potato soup is a versatile, simple, and delicious meal that suits many dietary preferences and occasions. Feel free to customize it with your favorite mix-ins and enjoy the heartfelt satisfaction that comes from sharing homemade soup with loved ones.
