Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup

Why Make This Recipe

Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup is a delicious and comforting dish that combines the flavors of baked potatoes with creamy goodness. It’s perfect for busy days, allowing you to throw everything in a crock pot and let it cook. This soup is hearty, satisfying, and great for feeding a crowd or enjoying as a cozy meal at home.

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:

1. Peel and dice the potatoes into even-sized pieces.
2. 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.
3. Pour the broth over the layered ingredients, ensuring the liquid covers them.
4. Cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the potatoes are tender.
5. Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper. For a smoother soup, use an immersion blender.
6. Serve with optional garnishes like extra cheese, bacon bits, or chopped green onions.

   

How to Serve Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup

Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup is best served hot. You can ladle it into bowls and top with extra cheese, crispy bacon bits, or fresh chopped green onions. Serve it alongside some crusty bread or crackers to complete your meal!

How to Store Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup

To store any leftovers, let the soup cool completely. Transfer it to an airtight container and place it in the refrigerator. It will keep for about 3-4 days. You can also freeze the soup for longer storage, but it’s best to leave out the heavy cream until you reheat it.

Tips to Make Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup

• For extra flavor, consider adding sautéed onions or garlic to the crock pot.
• Make sure to cut the potatoes into uniform pieces for even cooking.
• Use a variety of potatoes, like Yukon gold or red potatoes, for different textures.
• If you prefer a thicker soup, blend some of the potato mixture before adding the cream.

Variation

You can easily customize this recipe by adding vegetables like corn or broccoli to make it even heartier. You might also substitute the bacon with turkey bacon or omit it altogether for a vegetarian version.

FAQs

Can I use frozen potatoes?
Yes, you can use frozen diced potatoes! Just add them directly to the crock pot without thawing.

Can I make this soup dairy-free?
Yes! You can use a dairy-free cheese and replace heavy cream with coconut cream or a plant-based milk.

How can I make this soup spicier?
To add a spicy kick, you can include diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.

Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup

A comforting and hearty soup featuring baked potatoes, creamy goodness, bacon, and lots of cheese, perfect for busy days or serving a crowd.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 8 hours hrs

Total Time 8 hours hrs 15 minutes mins

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Main Course, Soup

Cuisine: American

Calories: 400

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 6 cups diced potatoes (peeled) Cut into even-sized pieces for even cooking.
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese For topping and flavor.
• 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon Alternatively, use turkey bacon for a lighter version.
• 1 packet ranch seasoning mix Adds flavor to the soup.
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
• 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half) Leave out for a dairy-free option.
• Salt and pepper to taste

Optional Garnishes

• extra cheese For serving.
• bacon bits For serving.
• chopped green onions or chives For serving.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Peel and dice the potatoes into even-sized pieces.
2. In the crock pot, layer the diced potatoes at the bottom.
3. Sprinkle ranch seasoning over the potatoes.
4. Add shredded cheese and crumbled bacon on top.

Cooking

1. Pour the broth over the layered ingredients, ensuring the liquid covers them.
2. Cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the potatoes are tender.

Final Touches

1. Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.
2. For a smoother soup, use an immersion blender.
3. Serve with optional garnishes like extra cheese, bacon bits, or chopped green onions.

Notes

To store leftovers, let the soup cool completely. Transfer it to an airtight container and place it in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. You can also freeze the soup for longer storage, but it's best to leave out the heavy cream until reheating. For extra flavor, consider adding sautéed onions or garlic, and customize with vegetables like corn or broccoli.