Description
Crockpot Potato Soup is a warm and creamy delight, perfect for chilly evenings. This comforting recipe features tender russet potatoes simmered in savory vegetable broth, enhanced with garlic and onion. Finished with rich heavy cream, it’s a satisfying meal that pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or a fresh salad. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, this soup is sure to become a family favorite and will fill your home with inviting aromas as it cooks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tbsp chopped chives (for garnish)
- Bacon bits (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the veggies: Peel and dice the russet potatoes into uniform pieces. Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic.
- Combine ingredients: Place the diced potatoes, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, and vegetable broth in the crockpot. Ensure all ingredients are submerged.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours until potatoes are tender.
- Blend: Use an immersion blender to achieve desired consistency; blend until smooth or mash some potatoes for texture.
- Finish: Stir in heavy cream and adjust seasonings as needed. Top with bacon bits if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg