Description
Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food for busy evenings. Creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor, this soup cooks while you go about your day, delivering a warm, satisfying meal for the whole family.
Ingredients
- 6 cups diced potatoes (peeled)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional garnishes: extra cheese, bacon bits, chopped green onions, or chives
Instructions
- Peel and dice the potatoes into even-sized pieces.
- In the crock pot, layer the diced potatoes at the bottom. Sprinkle ranch seasoning over the potatoes. Add shredded cheese and crumbled bacon on top.
- Pour the broth over the layered ingredients, ensuring the liquid covers them.
- Cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the potatoes are tender.
- Stir in heavy cream, season with salt and pepper. For a smoother soup, use an immersion blender.
- Serve with optional garnishes like extra cheese, bacon bits, or chopped green onions.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and use vegetable broth.
- This soup can be thickened by using less broth or blending some of the potatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Crock Pot / Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American