Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup
Ingredients
- 4 largerusset potatoes
peeled and diced
- 1 mediumonion
chopped
- 4 cchicken broth
or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option
- 8 oz.cream cheese
cubed
- 1 cshredded cheddar cheese
- 3 piecesgreen onions
sliced, for topping
- ½ cbacon bits
optional
- 1 tspgarlic powder
- 1 tsponion powder
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Directions
Preparation
- 1
Begin by peeling and dicing your russet potatoes and chopping the onion.
Cooking
- 1
In your slow cooker, add the diced potatoes, chopped onion, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- 2
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth until everything is covered.
- 3
Cover the slow cooker and set it to low for 6-8 hours, or high for about 3-4 hours.
- 4
About 30 minutes before serving, add the cubed cream cheese to the pot.
- 5
Stir well to combine and let it melt into the soup.
- 6
For an extra smooth soup, use an immersion blender to puree the soup until it’s as creamy as you prefer.
- 7
Finally, mix in the shredded cheddar cheese until it’s melted and silky.
Serving
- 1
Ladle the soup into bowls and top it off with green onions and bacon bits if using.
- 2
Enjoy the delicious flavors!
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About this Recipe
Looking for the ultimate comfort food experience that practically cooks itself? This Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup delivers a wonderfully creamy, flavorful bowl that's perfect for chilly evenings or a satisfying weekend meal, all with minimal effort.
What makes this recipe truly special is the set-it-and-forget-it nature of the slow cooker, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully over time. The combination of tender potatoes, rich cream cheese, and savory cheddar creates an irresistible texture and depth that will have you coming back for more. It’s a hearty, satisfying soup that earns its 'crack' moniker for being utterly addictive.
Expect a luxuriously creamy potato soup, thick and comforting, with every spoonful bursting with savory goodness. The slow cooking process ensures the potatoes break down perfectly, contributing to the velvety consistency without needing extensive mashing. You'll savor the balanced notes of onion and garlic, complemented by the sharp tang of cheddar and the mellow richness of cream cheese. Topped with fresh green onions and crispy bacon bits, this soup is a true delight for the senses.
This versatile soup offers several easy customizations. For a heartier meal, you could stir in cooked shredded chicken during the last hour. To make it vegetarian-friendly, simply swap chicken broth for vegetable broth and use a plant-based bacon alternative or omit the bacon bits entirely. Feel free to experiment with a mix of cheeses, though the cheddar and cream cheese combination provides the signature 'crack' flavor. A pinch of cayenne pepper could add a subtle kick if you enjoy a little heat.
Serve this Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup as a comforting main course, perhaps alongside a simple green salad or some crusty bread for dipping. It's an ideal dish for family dinners, game day gatherings, or any occasion where you crave warmth and flavor without the fuss.