Description
A rich, creamy, and comforting slow cooker potato soup loaded with smoky bacon and tender potatoes perfect for cozy evenings.
Ingredients
- 6 slices bacon, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 5–6 large potatoes, peeled & cubed
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy; remove and set aside, leaving drippings in the pan.
- Add onion and garlic to the drippings and sauté until softened.
- Transfer sautéed veggies to the slow cooker. Add potatoes, broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours, until potatoes are tender.
- Lightly mash part of the potatoes to thicken the soup.
- Stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese. Cook 20–30 minutes longer.
- Stir in bacon and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Blend part of the soup for a smoother texture.
- Add veggies like corn, carrots, or celery for more flavor.
- For vegetarian: use vegetable broth + smoked paprika.