Ingredients
– 6 medium-sized russet potatoes, peeled and diced
– 1 medium onion, chopped
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 6 cups chicken broth
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– ½ teaspoon thyme
– Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup is simple if you follow these easy steps:
1. Prepare the Ingredients: Peel and dice the potatoes, chop the onion, and mince the garlic.
2. Combine in Crock Pot: Place the diced potatoes, onion, garlic, chicken broth, salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme into the Crock Pot.
3. Cook on Low: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes are tender.
4. Mash the Potatoes: Using a potato masher or an immersion blender, mash the potatoes to your desired consistency. For a chunkier texture, mash just a bit.
5. Add Cream and Cheese: Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
6. Incorporate Bacon: Add the crumbled bacon to the soup, mixing well to combine all flavors.
7. Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust the salt and pepper if needed.
8. Serve Hot: Spoon the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible soup that is guaranteed to please everyone!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 10g