Description
Warm your heart and soul with this creamy crockpot potato soup, perfect for chilly evenings. Infused with the earthy flavors of russet potatoes, sweet carrots, and a hint of onion, this dish is a nostalgic hug in a bowl. Easy to prepare and customizable, it’s ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings. With minimal effort, you can enjoy a comforting meal that brings everyone together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups russet potatoes, diced (about 4 medium potatoes)
- 1 cup onion, diced (1 medium onion)
- 1 cup carrots, chopped (2 medium carrots)
- 1 cup celery, diced (2 stalks)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup bacon bits for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and peel the russet potatoes; dice into cubes. Chop onions, carrots, and celery.
- Place all chopped vegetables in the crockpot; pour in vegetable broth.
- Add cubed cream cheese on top of the veggies.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper over the mixture.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours until potatoes are tender.
- Stir well before serving; adjust seasoning if needed. Top with bacon bits if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 675mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, sauté onions and garlic before adding them to the crockpot. Swap russet potatoes for sweet potatoes for a unique twist or add kale for extra nutrients. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.