Comforting creamy baked potato slow-cooked with cheddar, bacon, and herbs for rich, hearty flavor.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 6 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
02 - 1 small onion, diced
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
→ Broth & Seasonings
05 - 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option)
06 - 1 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
08 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
→ Dairy
09 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
10 - 1/2 cup sour cream
11 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
12 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
→ Proteins & Toppings
13 - 1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled (omit or substitute with vegetarian bacon for vegetarian option)
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Place diced potatoes, onion, garlic, chicken broth, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme into the slow cooker and stir well to combine.
02 - Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 7 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, until potatoes are fork-tender.
03 - Using a potato masher or immersion blender, mash some of the potatoes directly in the pot to reach desired soup consistency.
04 - Stir in softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, sour cream, and heavy cream until mixture is smooth and creamy.
05 - Taste the mixture and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
06 - Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish each serving with crumbled bacon and chopped green onions. Serve hot.
