Description
Crockpot Potato Soup is your ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. With its creamy texture and savory flavors, this hearty soup is effortless to prepare and ideal for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Let the rich aroma fill your kitchen as you enjoy each warm spoonful of velvety goodness. Customize it with your favorite toppings like cheese and bacon for an unforgettable meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium sweet yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)
- ½ cup sour cream (for topping)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté onions in a skillet over medium heat with olive oil until golden brown (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and stir for another minute.
- Transfer sautéed onions and garlic to a crockpot. Add diced potatoes and vegetable broth; stir well.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until potatoes are tender.
- For a creamy texture, mash some potatoes in the pot or blend with an immersion blender.
- Stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm topped with crumbled bacon, sour cream, or additional cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg