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Crockpot Loaded Potato Soup

Crockpot Loaded Potato Soup
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Crockpot Loaded Potato Soup is a warm, comforting, and easy-to-make meal featuring creamy potatoes, smoky bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh herbs slow-cooked to perfection. Ideal for chilly days or whenever you crave rich, satisfying comfort food, this soup is effortless yet full of flavor and texture, making it a perfect choice for weeknights, gatherings, or meal prepping.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 6 cups diced Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes (about 3–4 medium potatoes)
  • 6 slices bacon
  • 1 medium yellow or white onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth

Dairy and Creaminess

  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup sour cream or cream cheese

Garnishes and Seasonings

  • 3 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Peel and dice the potatoes into evenly sized chunks for uniform cooking. Chop the onions and mince the garlic to allow their flavors to fully infuse during slow cooking.
  2. Cook the Bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Drain on paper towels and set aside, reserving about 1 tablespoon of bacon grease in the skillet.
  3. Sauté Onions and Garlic: Using the reserved bacon grease, sauté the chopped onions and minced garlic until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Combine in Crockpot: Add the diced potatoes, sautéed onions and garlic, chicken broth, salt, and pepper into the crockpot. Stir gently to mix all ingredients evenly.
  5. Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the potatoes are tender enough to mash easily with a fork.
  6. Add Cheese and Cream: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream (or cream cheese). Allow them to melt and blend completely into the soup.
  7. Finish and Serve: Just before serving, sprinkle the reserved crispy bacon bits and chopped green onions on top for added texture, freshness, and flavor.

Notes

  • Use sturdy potatoes like Russet for best texture; they break down nicely but retain some shape.
  • Add cheese at the end of cooking to prevent graininess and preserve creaminess.
  • Reserve some bacon for garnishing to keep it crunchy.
  • Mash some potatoes directly in the crockpot if you prefer a thicker, heartier soup.
  • Adjust salt and pepper near the end of cooking to keep flavors balanced.

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Keywords: crockpot potato soup, loaded potato soup, slow cooker soup, creamy potato soup, comfort food soup, easy potato soup, bacon potato soup

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