Slow Cooker Potato Soup
A warm and comforting slow cooker dish made with creamy Yukon gold potatoes, savory bacon, and rich broth, perfect for busy families.
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.
Notes
Serve with additional cooked bacon, shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions. Great with crusty bread or a salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2g
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