Easy Crock Pot Potato Soup Recipe
This creamy and hearty potato soup is made effortlessly in a crock pot, perfect for a comforting meal.
Equipment
- crock pot
- potato masher
- cutting board
- knife
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes (peeled and diced)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- green onions (chopped (for garnish))
Instructions
- In a crock pot, add the diced potatoes, chopped onion, and minced garlic.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and stir in the dried thyme and parsley.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes are tender.
- Once cooked, use a potato masher to mash some of the potatoes for a creamy texture, while leaving some chunks for heartiness.
- Stir in the heavy cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and sour cream until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.
Notes
For a lighter version, you can substitute half of the heavy cream with additional vegetable broth.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 20g | Sodium: 800mg