Save Creamy, cheesy, and packed with classic baked potato flavors, this comforting soup is effortless to prepare and perfect for cozy family meals.
I love serving this soup on chilly evenings when the whole family gathers around the table for a warm, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 6 medium russet potatoes: peeled and diced
- 1 small onion: diced
- 3 cloves garlic: minced
- 2 green onions: chopped (for garnish)
- 4 cups chicken broth: or vegetable broth for vegetarian
- 1 teaspoon salt:
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper:
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese:
- 1/2 cup sour cream:
- 1/2 cup heavy cream:
- 4 oz cream cheese: softened
- 1 cup cooked bacon: crumbled (omit or use vegetarian bacon for vegetarian option)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Add the diced potatoes, onion, garlic, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and dried thyme to the crockpot. Stir well to combine.
- Step 2:
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6&7 hours or HIGH for 3&4 hours, until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Step 3:
- Use a potato masher or immersion blender to mash some of the potatoes directly in the pot, thickening the soup to your desired consistency.
- Step 4:
- Stir in the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, sour cream, and heavy cream. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Step 5:
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Step 6:
- Ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with crumbled bacon and chopped green onions. Serve hot, ideally with crusty bread.
Save This soup always brings back fond memories of family dinners spent sharing stories and laughter around the table.
Required Tools
Slow cooker (crockpot), knife and cutting board, potato masher or immersion blender, ladle, mixing spoon
Allergen Information
Contains Dairy (cheddar cheese cream cheese sour cream heavy cream), contains Pork (bacon omit for vegetarian), gluten-free as written but always check broth and dairy labels for gluten-containing additives
Nutritional Information
Calories 420, total fat 24 g, carbohydrates 36 g, protein 15 g
Save This soup is a perfect weeknight meal that tastes even better the next day.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I prepare this dish without bacon?
Yes, omit bacon or substitute with vegetarian alternatives like roasted corn or mushrooms for a meat-free version.
- → What is the best potato type to use?
Russet potatoes are ideal as they break down nicely and create a creamy texture when slow-cooked.
- → Can I use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth?
Absolutely, vegetable broth works well and accommodates vegetarian preferences without sacrificing flavor.
- → How can I adjust the thickness of the dish?
You can mash more potatoes or blend part of the mixture to achieve a thicker consistency.
- → What toppings enhance the finished dish?
Chopped green onions, extra shredded cheese, sour cream, or crumbled bacon add great flavor and texture.
- → Is it possible to make a lighter version?
Yes, substitute half the potatoes with diced cauliflower to reduce carbs and calories.