Description
Warm up this chilly season with a comforting bowl of crockpot potato soup. This creamy, flavorful dish combines tender potatoes, aromatic garlic, and savory broth, making it the perfect meal for cozy nights in. Easy to prepare and deliciously satisfying, this potato soup is sure to become a family favorite. With just a few basic ingredients, you can create a hearty soup that warms both your hands and your heart.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs starchy potatoes (like Russets or Yukon Gold), peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or milk for a lighter option)
- 1 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- Chives or green onions, finely chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté the onion and garlic in butter until translucent.
- Transfer to crockpot; add diced potatoes and broth.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Once cooked, purée with an immersion blender until smooth. Stir in cream and seasonings.
- Serve hot, topped with chives or green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg