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Creamy Slow Cooker Potato Soup

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A cozy and comforting slow cooker potato soup with a creamy texture, tender potatoes, sharp cheddar, and crispy bacon. Perfect for chilly days and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt as a substitute)
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh chives or green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Peel and dice the russet potatoes into roughly 1-inch cubes. Dice the onion finely and mince the garlic cloves. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, then drain on paper towels and crumble once cooled.
  2. In a small pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onions and garlic and cook until translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle the flour over the softened onions and garlic, stirring constantly for about 1 minute to cook off the raw flour taste.
  4. Transfer the onion-flour mixture to the slow cooker. Add diced potatoes and chicken broth. Stir gently to combine. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  5. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours until potatoes are tender but still hold some shape.
  6. Use an immersion blender to blend about one-third of the soup in the slow cooker to create creaminess while keeping chunks intact. Alternatively, mash some potatoes with a potato masher.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream, sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until the cheese melts and the soup is smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  8. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with crumbled bacon and chopped fresh chives or green onions.

Notes

Do not skip sautéing the flour with onions and garlic to avoid lumps. Blend only part of the soup for a perfect creamy and chunky texture. Add cheese after cooking to prevent graininess. Cook bacon separately and add just before serving to keep it crispy. Adjust seasoning gradually. If soup is too thick, add broth or water to loosen. For dairy-free, substitute cream and sour cream with coconut milk and dairy-free yogurt, and use dairy-free cheese alternatives.

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