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Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup

Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup: Cozy Comfort in Every Bite

This Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup is a creamy, comforting dish perfect for chilly nights, featuring rich flavors of cheese and ranch seasoning.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 6 cups Chicken or Vegetable Broth Ensure gluten-free if needed
  • 2 pounds Potatoes Yukon Gold or Russet
For Flavor
  • 1 packet Ranch Seasoning Mix Use gluten-free if necessary
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or Half-and-Half Milk or non-dairy alternative as substitute
For Richness
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Pepper jack for a spicy kick
  • 1 cup Crumbled Bacon Omit for vegetarian version
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Extra Cheese Add just before serving
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions Chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by peeling and dicing the potatoes into 1-inch pieces.
  2. In your slow cooker, layer the diced potatoes evenly across the bottom.
  3. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning mix over the potatoes, followed by shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon.
  4. Pour chicken or vegetable broth over the layered ingredients.
  5. Cover the crock pot and set it to cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 4 hours.
  6. Once cooked, stir in the heavy cream or half-and-half and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Ladle the steaming soup into bowls and garnish as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, choose quality potatoes and verify that your broth is gluten-free if necessary.

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