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Creamy Crockpot Potato Soup with Crispy Bacon

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A rich and comforting slow-cooker potato soup featuring crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and a velvety texture. This easy recipe combines russet and Yukon Gold potatoes for the perfect balance of creaminess and structure.

Ingredients

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  • 12 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Chop bacon into small pieces and cook in a skillet over medium heat until crispy (8-10 minutes). Remove bacon with a slotted spoon, leaving 2 tablespoons of grease in the pan.
  2. Add diced onion to the bacon grease and sauté for 5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Transfer mixture to a 6-quart slow cooker.
  3. Wash and dice potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Add potatoes to the slow cooker with the onion and garlic mixture.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, dried thyme, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until potatoes are tender.
  6. For a thicker texture, use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup or mash some potatoes against the side of the pot.
  7. Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Taste and add salt if needed.
  8. Ladle into bowls, top with reserved crispy bacon and fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, swap bacon for smoked paprika and use vegetable broth. To freeze, omit cream and cheese before freezing; add fresh upon reheating. If the soup thickens too much in the fridge, add a splash of broth or milk when reheating.

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