Hearty Homestyle Crock Pot Potato Soup

Ingredients:

• 6 large potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions (for garnish)
• 1/2 cup cooked bacon bits (for garnish)

Directions:

1. In a large crock pot, combine diced potatoes, chopped onion, minced garlic, and chicken broth.
2. Add dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
3. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes are tender.
4. Once the potatoes are cooked, use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer batches to a blender and blend until smooth.
5. Stir in heavy cream, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and melted butter. Cook for an additional 30 minutes on low until the cheese is melted and the soup is heated through.
6. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and cooked bacon bits.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high) | Total Time: 6.5-8.5 hours

Servings: 6-8 servings