Description
Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This creamy, cheesy soup combines tender Yukon Gold potatoes, crispy bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese, creating a delightful bowl that warms both the heart and soul. Topped with fresh green onions, this dish is not only delicious but also visually appealing. Ideal for gatherings or a cozy night in, each spoonful promises to elicit smiles and satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 6 slices bacon, diced
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- ¼ cup green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by washing and peeling the potatoes; then dice them into bite-sized pieces.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until crispy. Transfer it to the crock pot.
- Sauté the chopped onion in the same skillet until translucent; add to the crock pot with bacon.
- Add the diced potatoes and minced garlic to the crock pot.
- Pour in chicken broth until all ingredients are covered.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- Once done, mash some of the potatoes in the pot for texture. Stir in heavy cream and cheddar until melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with crispy bacon bits and chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 50mg