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Creamy Loaded Baked Potato Soup Slow Cooker Recipe

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A hearty and creamy baked potato soup made effortlessly in a slow cooker, perfect for cold days and family dinners. This recipe blends simple ingredients into a comforting, velvety soup with classic loaded potato toppings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (900 grams) russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups (960 ml) chicken broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian
  • 1 cup (240 ml) milk (2% preferred, whole milk works too)
  • ½ cup (120 ml) sour cream
  • 1½ cups (170 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional)
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced (or dried chives as substitute)
  • 2 tablespoons (30 grams) butter
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional toppings: extra cheese, sour cream dollops, chopped chives, crispy bacon bits

Instructions

  1. Peel and dice the russet potatoes into roughly 1-inch cubes. Finely chop the yellow onion and mince the garlic cloves. Cook the bacon slices in a skillet until crispy, then crumble and set aside, reserving some for topping.
  2. Add the diced potatoes, chopped onion, and minced garlic into the slow cooker pot. Pour in the 4 cups of chicken broth. Stir gently to combine.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours until potatoes are tender and easily pierced with a fork. Alternatively, cook on high for 2 to 3 hours if short on time.
  4. Use an immersion blender to puree about half the soup right in the slow cooker to create a creamy texture. If using a regular blender, carefully transfer half the soup, puree, then return it to the pot.
  5. Stir in the milk, sour cream, butter, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well until the cheese melts completely. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  6. Let the soup heat gently for another 10 minutes on low. Stir in the crumbled bacon and sliced green onions, reserving some for garnish.
  7. Ladle into bowls and garnish with your favorite toppings such as extra cheese, sour cream, more bacon, or chives. Serve hot.

Notes

If soup is too thick, add more broth or milk to loosen. If too thin, cook uncovered on low to reduce. Use russet potatoes for best texture. Add bacon and green onions near the end to preserve texture and flavor. Stir cheese and sour cream gently to avoid curdling. The soup thickens when cooled; reheat with added liquid if needed.

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