Description
Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort dish for chilly days and busy lifestyles. This creamy, flavorful soup combines tender potatoes with rich cheddar cheese and crispy turkey bacon, all cooked to perfection in your slow cooker. With its simple preparation method, you can set it and forget it, making it an ideal meal for family dinners or gatherings. Enjoy the delightful blend of flavors while garnishing it with your favorite toppings like green onions or extra cheese for a personal touch. Experience the warm satisfaction of this delicious soup thatβs sure to become a staple in your home.
Ingredients
- 6 cups diced potatoes (peeled)
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled turkey bacon
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
Instructions
- Peel and dice the potatoes into uniform pieces.
- In a slow cooker, layer diced potatoes, sprinkle ranch seasoning, add shredded cheddar cheese, and crumbled turkey bacon.
- Pour chicken or vegetable broth over the layers until covered.
- Cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4 hours until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in heavy cream, season with salt and pepper to taste, and blend if desired for a smoother texture.
- Serve hot with optional garnishes like extra cheese and green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian version, replace chicken broth with vegetable broth and omit turkey bacon. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses for unique flavors. To thicken the soup further, mash some of the potatoes before adding cream.