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Creamy Crockpot Potato Soup

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A comforting and easy-to-make creamy potato soup slow-cooked in a crockpot, perfect for chilly days and cozy meals.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional add-ins: diced carrots or celery, almond milk instead of cream

Instructions

  1. Peel and dice the russet potatoes into roughly 1-inch cubes. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
  2. Optional: In a small skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté onion and garlic until fragrant and translucent.
  3. Place diced potatoes, sautéed onions and garlic, chicken broth, salt (about 1 teaspoon), and pepper (½ teaspoon) in the crockpot. Stir gently to combine.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until potatoes are very tender.
  5. While soup cooks or near the end, melt remaining butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
  6. About 30 minutes before serving, stir the roux into the crockpot soup. Add heavy cream and sour cream, then mix well. Use an immersion blender to puree half the soup or mash gently for creamy texture with chunks.
  7. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and cooked bacon if using. Cook uncovered for another 10 minutes until cheese melts and soup thickens.
  8. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh chives before serving.

Notes

Use russet potatoes for best creamy texture. Sautéing onions and garlic enhances flavor but can be skipped. Add cream and sour cream near the end to prevent separation. Blend half the soup for a velvety texture with some chunks. Adjust seasoning at the end to avoid over-salting. For gluten-free, substitute flour with cornstarch. For vegetarian, use vegetable broth and omit bacon.

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