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Creamy Loaded Baked Potato Soup Slow Cooker Recipe

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A rich and comforting slow cooker soup featuring creamy baked potatoes, cheddar cheese, and smoky bacon, perfect for cozy meals and easy entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp or extra sharp cheddar cheese
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional)
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Peel and dice the russet potatoes into roughly 1-inch cubes. Chop the onion finely and mince garlic cloves.
  2. Cook bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat until crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and crumble once cool (optional).
  3. Add diced potatoes, chopped onion, minced garlic, chicken broth, and butter to the slow cooker. Stir lightly to distribute the butter.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours until potatoes are tender and starting to fall apart.
  5. Using an immersion blender, puree about half the soup directly in the slow cooker until smooth but still chunky. Alternatively, transfer half the soup in batches to a blender, then return to slow cooker.
  6. Stir in heavy cream, sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese until cheese melts fully and the soup is creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Mix in half the crumbled bacon and green onions, reserving the rest for garnish.
  8. Ladle soup into bowls and top with remaining bacon, extra cheddar, and green onions. Serve warm.

Notes

If soup is too thick, stir in extra broth or cream. If too thin, cook uncovered on high for 15-20 minutes to reduce. Pulse blend to keep some potato chunks for texture. Use sharp cheddar added at the end to avoid graininess. Bacon adds smoky crunch but is optional. For vegetarian version, use vegetable broth and omit bacon.

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