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Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup

Creamy and cheesy, this Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup is the ultimate cozy comfort food that warms you from the inside out while being easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 6 cups diced potatoes (peeled)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Optional for topping
  • 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon Optional for topping
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Garnishes
  • extra cheese
  • bacon bits
  • chopped green onions
  • chives

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel and dice the potatoes into even-sized pieces.
  2. In the crock pot, layer the diced potatoes at the bottom.
  3. Sprinkle ranch seasoning over the potatoes.
  4. Add shredded cheese and crumbled bacon on top of the potatoes.
  5. Pour the broth over the layered ingredients, ensuring the liquid covers them.
Cooking
  1. Cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the potatoes are tender.
Finishing Touch
  1. Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.
  2. For a smoother soup, use an immersion blender.
Serving
  1. Serve with optional garnishes like extra cheese, bacon bits, or chopped green onions.

Notes

Leftovers keep in the fridge for about 4-5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stove or microwave and add broth or cream as needed.