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Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup

A creamy and comforting potato soup enriched with bacon and cheese, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 6 medium Potatoes, cubed The star of the show, creamy when cooked.
  • 1 medium Onion, diced Adds depth and sweetness.
  • 2 medium Carrots, diced Provides subtle sweetness and color.
  • 4 slices Bacon, cooked and crumbled Adds smoky richness.
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth The broth base that lends flavor.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream For a luscious texture.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened Adds richness and tang.
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese, shredded Melts into the soup for cheesy goodness.
  • Chives, for garnish Adds freshness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by dicing your onions and carrots, and cubing your potatoes.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Crumble and set aside, reserving some for garnish.
  3. Transfer diced potatoes, onions, and carrots into the slow cooker and add chicken broth and bacon crumbles.
  4. Cut the cream cheese into chunks and add it to the mixture for even melting.
  5. Cover and set your Crock Pot to low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
  6. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh chives and reserved bacon.

Notes

Add vegetables like spinach for nutrition, or spicy red pepper flakes for a kick. This dish can easily be made vegetarian by using vegetable broth and omitting bacon.