Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup in a bowl garnished with bacon and green onions

Why Make This Recipe

Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup is a comforting dish that combines creamy potatoes, flavorful bacon, and cheesy goodness. It’s perfect for cold days or when you want something filling and delicious. Plus, using a crock pot means you can set it and forget it, making dinner easy and stress-free.

How to Make Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup

Ingredients:

6 cups diced potatoes (peeled)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
1 packet ranch seasoning mix
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional garnishes: extra cheese, bacon bits, chopped green onions, or chives

Directions:

Peel and dice the potatoes into even-sized pieces.
In the crock pot, layer the diced potatoes at the bottom. Sprinkle ranch seasoning over the potatoes. Add shredded cheese and crumbled bacon on top.
Pour the broth over the layered ingredients, ensuring the liquid covers them.
Cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the potatoes are tender.
Stir in heavy cream, season with salt and pepper. For a smoother soup, use an immersion blender.
Serve with optional garnishes like extra cheese, bacon bits, or chopped green onions.

How to Serve Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup

Serve the soup hot, garnished with extra cheese, more crumbled bacon, and chopped green onions or chives. It pairs well with crusty bread or a simple side salad for a complete meal. Enjoy it as a comforting dinner or a hearty lunch.

How to Store Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup

Let the leftover soup cool down before transferring it to an airtight container. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. You can also freeze the soup in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months. To reheat, thaw overnight in the fridge, and then warm it on the stove or in the microwave until heated through.

Tips to Make Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup

Make sure to cut the potatoes into even sizes for even cooking.
You can adjust the thickness of the soup by adding more or less heavy cream.
For added flavor, consider sautéing onions or garlic before adding them to the crock pot.
If you like a bit of heat, add some crushed red pepper flakes or a splash of hot sauce.

Variation

You can customize this soup by adding vegetables like carrots, corn, or broccoli for more nutrition. Additionally, you could use different types of cheese, like pepper jack for a spicy kick or cream cheese for extra creaminess.

FAQs

Can I use frozen potatoes in this recipe?
Yes, you can use frozen diced potatoes. There’s no need to thaw them before adding them to the crock pot. Just be aware that the cooking time may be slightly longer.

Can I make this soup vegetarian?
Yes! Simply skip the bacon and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. You can add more veggies for extra flavor and texture.

How can I make this soup thicker?
To thicken the soup, you can use an immersion blender to blend some of the potatoes or add a slurry made of cornstarch and water.