Description
This creamy potato soup is the kind of comforting, slow-cooked meal that warms you from the inside out. Made with tender potatoes, aromatic onions, and a rich broth, it develops incredible flavor with almost no effort. The crock pot does all the work while you go about your day. The finish is silky, cozy, and perfect for cold evenings or busy weeknights. It’s a dish that feels nostalgic and homemade, yet flexible enough to adapt to your preferences. Whether you love it chunky, smooth, or extra creamy, this potato soup brings comfort in every spoonful.
Ingredients
- Potatoes (diced)
- Onion (chopped)
- Carrots and celery (optional)
- Garlic
- Chicken or vegetable broth
- Butter
- Salt and pepper
- Thyme or preferred herbs
- Milk, half-and-half, or cream
- Shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Add potatoes, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, broth, butter, and seasonings to the crock pot.
- Cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours until the potatoes are tender.
- Mash a portion of the potatoes to thicken the soup.
- Stir in milk or cream and cheese until fully melted.
- Adjust seasoning and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra richness, add shredded cheese directly into the soup during the last 30 minutes of cooking. Stir well before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (LOW) or 3 hours (HIGH)
- Category: Soup / Comfort Food
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 28mg