Slow Cooker Spicy Potato Soup

Slow Cooker Spicy Potato Soup

10 servings
Love cheddar, potato soup and spicy food? Then this slow cooker potato soup recipe will be a real treat! Made with two types of cheddar (Cabot Pepper Jack and Cabot Lite50 Sharp Cheddar) and two spicy peppers (poblano chilies and jalapeno peppers) this flavorful recipe results in a hearty, perfectly thick cheddar potato soup that has just the right amount of heat. For even more deliciousness, top each bowl with crumbled bacon. Once you’ve made and enjoyed this slow cooker soup, share it with family and friends on Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter or Instagram – use our handle @cabotcheese when posting on Instagram.To make 10 servings of this comforting potato soup recipe, begin by cooking bacon in a large skillet over medium-high until crisp. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel and set aside.Discard all but 1 tablespoon of fat from skillet. Add carrots, poblanos, onion, jalapenos, garlic and cumin, sautéing over medium high heat until the onions are just starting to turn golden brown. Stir in flour and cook for 30 seconds longer.Scrape mixture into a large slow cooker. Deglaze the bottom of the skillet with chicken broth, gently scraping up any cooked on bits from the bottom of the skillet with a spoon. Add the broth from the skillet to the slow cooker, along with the milk, potatoes and salt, and stir to combine. Cover and cook on high for 2½ to 3 hours or until potatoes are tender and soup is thickened.Add grated Cabot Pepper Jack and Cabot Lite50 Sharp Cheddar, stirring to combine. Let cook for 15 more minutes, or until cheese has melted. Stir soup again before serving. Ladle soup into bowls and serve topped with green onions and reserved bacon, crumbled.Need more delicious slow cooker soup recipes? Try our tasty Slow Cooker Broccoli-Cheddar Soup next! Cabot is a co-operative of farm families and we work hard to produce our award-winning dairy products. We’d love to hear your feedback on this potato soup recipe. If you have a chance, please rate and review it!

Ingredients

  • slices bacon
    2
  • chopped carrots
    1 c
  • chopped poblano chilies
    1 c
  • chopped onion
    1 c
  • seeded and minced jalapeno pepper
    2 tbsp
  • garlic

    minced

    3 cloves
  • ground cumin
    ½ tsp
  • nbsp;cup king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour
    ⅓
  • fat-free chicken broth
    2 ½ c
  • skim milk
    1 ½ c
  • diced peeled baking potatoes
    5 c
  • salt
    ½ tsp
  • cabot pepper jack cheese

    grated, about 1¼ cups

    5 oz
  • cabot lite50 sharp cheddar cheese

    grated, ½ cup

    2 oz
  • chopped green onion
    ⅝ c

Directions

  1. 1

    COOK bacon in a large skillet over medium-high until crisp. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel and set aside.

  2. 2

    DISCARD all but 1 tablespoon fat from skillet. Add carrots, poblanos, onion, jalapenos, garlic and cumin; sauté, over medium high heat, until the onions are just starting to turn golden brown. Stir in flour and cook for 30 seconds longer.

  3. 3

    SCRAPE mixture into large slow cooker. Use chicken broth to deglaze the bottom of the skillet, gently scraping up any cooked on bits from the bottom of the skillet with a spoon. Add the broth from the skillet to the slow cooker, along with the milk, potatoes and salt, and stir to combine. Cover and cook on high setting for 2½ to 3 hours or until potatoes are tender and soup is thickened.

  4. 4

    ADD cheeses, stirring to combine. Let cook for 15 more minutes, or until the cheese is melted. Stir soup again before serving. Ladle soup into bowls and serve topped with green onions and reserved bacon, crumbled.

Slow Cooker Spicy Potato Soup

Slow Cooker Spicy Potato Soup

215 min10 servings164 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a bowl of comforting, cheesy potato soup with a delightful kick? This Slow Cooker Spicy Potato Soup delivers that hearty warmth you love, infused with just the right amount of heat, all with the convenience of your slow cooker.

Why This Soup is a Must-Make

What truly sets this recipe apart is its thoughtful layering of flavor and spice. We're talking about a dynamic duo of Cabot cheeses—creamy Cabot Pepper Jack and rich Cabot Lite50 Sharp Cheddar—creating an unparalleled cheesy depth. The heat comes from a combination of earthy poblano chilies and bright, fiery jalapeno peppers, giving you a beautifully balanced spice that warms you from the inside out without overwhelming.

Expect a wonderfully thick, luscious soup that’s packed with tender diced baking potatoes. The initial sautéing of carrots, onions, peppers, and garlic in bacon fat, followed by a quick stir with flour, builds a robust base and ensures your soup develops that perfectly thick consistency as it slowly simmers. This is comfort food at its finest, promising a satisfying experience with every spoonful, especially on a chilly evening.

Customization & Variations

Feel free to adjust the spice level to your preference; for less heat, reduce the amount of jalapeno pepper or omit the seeds. If you prefer more spice, you could leave some seeds in the jalapeno or add a pinch of cayenne. For an even richer, deeper flavor, you could experiment with other varieties of Cabot Sharp Cheddar alongside the Pepper Jack. The bacon is key for flavor, but if you're looking for a lighter option, you could reduce or skip it.

Serve this cozy Slow Cooker Spicy Potato Soup as a standalone meal or alongside a simple green salad or crusty bread. Don't forget to top each bowl with the crispy crumbled bacon and fresh green onions for an extra pop of flavor and texture.

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