Indulge in the creamy and indulgent flavors of Brett's Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potato Soup. With its velvety smooth texture, rich potato taste, and a perfect balance of toppings, this soup is the ultimate comfort food. The soup is prepared using a slow cooker, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully, while the toppings of crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and green onions add a burst of flavor and texture. This recipe is perfect for a cozy night in or as a crowd-pleasing dish for parties or potlucks. Get ready to experience pure comfort in every spoonful!
Ingredients
- 6 large baking potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced
Directions
- In a slow cooker, combine the diced potatoes, onion, garlic, chicken broth, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper.
- Cover and cook on high heat for 4 hours or until the potatoes are tender.
- Using an immersion blender or a potato masher, blend the soup until creamy and smooth.
- Stir in the whole milk and heavy cream, and let the soup heat through for an additional 10 minutes.
- Serve the soup hot, topped with shredded sharp cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and sliced green onions.
