Soup
Slow Cooker Creamy Potato Soup
On December 16, 2023 by userMaking creamy potato soup in a slow cooker is a convenient and flavorful way to enjoy this comforting dish. Here’s a simple recipe for Slow Cooker Creamy Potato Soup:
Ingredients:
- 6 cups potatoes, peeled and diced (about 6 medium-sized potatoes)
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk (whole milk or any milk of your choice)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for garnish)
- Chopped green onions or chives (optional, for garnish)
- Crumbled bacon (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- Prep the Ingredients: Peel and dice the potatoes, chop the onion, and mince the garlic.
- Combine Ingredients in the Slow Cooker: Place the diced potatoes, chopped onion, minced garlic, chicken or vegetable broth, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper in the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
- Cook on Low: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the potatoes are tender.
- Make the Creamy Base: In the last 30 minutes of cooking, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the flour to create a roux. Cook, stirring constantly, for 2-3 minutes.
- Add Milk: Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Continue cooking and stirring until the mixture thickens.
- Combine and Blend: Slowly add the creamy mixture to the slow cooker, stirring well to combine. Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup, leaving some chunks of potato for texture. Alternatively, you can transfer a portion of the soup to a blender, blend, and return it to the slow cooker.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve: Ladle the creamy potato soup into bowls. If desired, garnish with shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions or chives, and crumbled bacon.
- Enjoy: Serve the slow cooker creamy potato soup hot, and enjoy the comforting flavors!
This recipe is versatile, and you can customize it by adding your favorite toppings or adjusting the seasonings to suit your taste.