Why Make This Recipe
Slow Cooker Potato Soup is a warm and comforting dish that’s perfect for any day of the year. It’s easy to prepare, making it a go-to meal for busy families or anyone looking for a simple and hearty recipe. The combination of creamy potatoes, savory bacon, and rich broth brings together flavors that everyone will love. Plus, since it cooks in a slow cooker, you can set it and forget it, allowing you to spend your time on other activities while dinner prepares itself.
How to Make Slow Cooker Potato Soup
Ingredients:
- 6 slices cooked bacon, diced
- 3-4 cups good-quality chicken or vegetable stock
- 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium white or yellow onion, peeled and diced
- 4 tablespoons bacon grease (or butter)
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
Directions:
- In a slow cooker, combine the diced bacon, chicken or vegetable stock, potatoes, and onion.
- Heat the bacon grease (or butter) in a skillet over medium heat and stir in the flour to create a roux. Cook for a few minutes until golden.
- Slowly whisk in some of the stock from the slow cooker into the roux to create a smooth mixture.
- Pour the roux back into the slow cooker and stir everything together.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the potatoes are tender.
- Use a potato masher to mash some of the potatoes for a creamy texture.
- Serve warm.
How to Serve Slow Cooker Potato Soup
Serve the potato soup warm in bowls. You can top it with additional cooked bacon, shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions for extra flavor. Pair it with crusty bread or a simple salad for a complete meal.
How to Store Slow Cooker Potato Soup
To store leftover potato soup, let it cool completely and then transfer it to an airtight container. It can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. If you want to keep it longer, you can freeze it for up to 3 months. Just make sure to leave some space in the container as the soup may expand when frozen.
Tips to Make Slow Cooker Potato Soup
- Choose Yukon gold potatoes for the best flavor and texture.
- If you like your soup thicker, you can mash more potatoes or add a bit of cream at the end.
- Feel free to add in other vegetables like carrots or celery for extra nutrition.
- Adjust the seasoning to your taste with salt and pepper.
Variation
You can make this potato soup vegetarian by using vegetable stock and skipping the bacon. You can also add in cheese for a cheesy potato soup, or even throw in some cooked sausage for a heartier meal.
FAQs
Can I use other types of potatoes?
Yes, you can use other types of potatoes such as Russet or red potatoes, but Yukon gold potatoes are best for a creamy texture.
How can I make this soup dairy-free?
Replace bacon grease with olive oil or a dairy-free butter alternative and skip any cream or cheese toppings.
Can I double the recipe?
Absolutely! Just make sure your slow cooker is large enough to hold the extra ingredients and adjust cooking time if needed.
Slow Cooker Potato Soup
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 slices cooked bacon, diced
- 3-4 cups good-quality chicken or vegetable stock
- 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and diced Best flavor and texture
- 1 medium white or yellow onion, peeled and diced
- 4 tablespoons bacon grease (or butter) For cooking the roux
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour To create the roux
Instructions
Preparation
- In a slow cooker, combine the diced bacon, chicken or vegetable stock, potatoes, and onion.
- Heat the bacon grease (or butter) in a skillet over medium heat and stir in the flour to create a roux. Cook for a few minutes until golden.
- Slowly whisk in some of the stock from the slow cooker into the roux to create a smooth mixture.
- Pour the roux back into the slow cooker and stir everything together.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the potatoes are tender.
- Use a potato masher to mash some of the potatoes for a creamy texture.
- Serve warm.