Crockpot Potato Soup
A creamy and hearty potato soup made easy in a crockpot, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs large potatoes peeled and cubed into 1-inch cubes (4 potatoes)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 8 oz bacon bite-sized pieces (cooked)
- 0.5 medium onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp salt or to taste
- 0.25 tsp ground black pepper or to taste
- 4 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup mild or sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 0.75 cup sour cream
- green onions to serve
Instructions
- Add potatoes, chicken broth, cooked bacon, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper to the crockpot. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 5-6 hours, until potatoes are fork-tender. Lightly mash the potatoes.
- Add butter, flour, milk, shredded cheese, and sour cream to the pot. Mix well and cook for 30 minutes to 1 hour on low, until thickened.
- Garnish with green onions and serve with your favorite toppings.
Notes
For a lighter version, use low-fat milk and reduced-fat cheese.