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Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup

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Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This rich and creamy soup combines buttery russet potatoes, crispy bacon, and a blend of savory seasonings, all cooked to perfection in your slow cooker. With minimal prep time, it’s an effortless dish that warms the soul and brings the family together. Top it with shredded cheese and green onions for an irresistible finish!

Ingredients

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  • 6 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 6 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • ½ cup sour cream (for garnish)
  • Seasonings: salt, pepper, smoked paprika to taste

Instructions

  1. 1. Prepare the Ingredients: Wash and peel the potatoes; cut them into small cubes.
  2. 2. Sauté Bacon and Aromatics: In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Remove bacon but keep drippings; sauté onion and garlic in the drippings until fragrant.
  3. 3. Combine in Crock Pot: Add potatoes, sautéed onion and garlic to the crock pot. Pour in chicken broth and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
  4. 4. Cook: Set crock pot on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours until potatoes are tender.
  5. 5. Create Creamy Consistency: Stir in heavy cream and let warm through for 30 minutes before serving. Mash some potatoes against the sides for thickness if desired.
  6. 6. Serve: Ladle soup into bowls; top with cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, green onions, and sour cream.

Nutrition

Keywords: For a vegetarian version, replace bacon with smoked paprika. Frozen potatoes can be used but may alter texture slightly. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on the stove.

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