Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup (Print-Friendly Version)
Hearty potato soup slow-cooked with cheddar, bacon, and creamy ranch flavors. Perfect for cozy gatherings.
# Ingredients List:
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6 cups peeled, diced potatoes
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1/2 cup cooked, crumbled bacon
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1 packet ranch seasoning mix
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4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
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1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
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Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
→ Optional garnishes
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Additional shredded cheddar cheese
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Bacon bits
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Chopped green onions or chives
# How to Make It:
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Peel the potatoes and dice them into evenly sized pieces for consistent cooking.
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Evenly arrange diced potatoes in the base of the slow cooker. Sprinkle ranch seasoning over the potatoes, then top with shredded cheddar cheese and cooked bacon.
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Pour the chicken or vegetable broth over the layered ingredients, making sure all contents are submerged.
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Cover and cook on low for 7–8 hours or on high for 4 hours until potatoes are fork-tender.
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Stir in heavy cream. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. For a creamier texture, blend a portion or all of the soup with an immersion blender.
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Ladle hot soup into bowls and garnish with your choice of extra cheese, bacon bits, or chopped green onions or chives.
# Extra Tips:
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Omit bacon and use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
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For a thicker consistency, use less broth or purée some of the potatoes after cooking.