Description
A comforting and creamy potato soup made effortlessly in a Crockpot, perfect for chilly days.
Ingredients
- 4 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar works best)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: green onions, bacon bits, sour cream
Instructions
- In the Crockpot, add the diced potatoes and chopped onion.
- Pour the vegetable broth over the top, ensuring the potatoes are submerged.
- Cover the pot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the potatoes are tender.
- Once cooked, use a fork or potato masher to mash some of the potatoes for a creamier texture.
- Add the milk, shredded cheese, and heavy cream. Stir until everything is well combined and creamy.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with your favorite toppings.
Notes
For a smoother texture, blend the soup with an immersion blender after cooking. You can customize toppings with ingredients like crispy kale or smoked paprika.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: American