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by Gwen@SlowCookerKitchen.com · November 22, 2015 · Updated: September 21, 2020

Crock Pot Potato Soup

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easy crock pot potato soup5 Minutes & 5 Ingredients are ALL You Need!

This crock pot potato soup came into being in a fit of desperation one day.  I'd like to say I thought it through and tweaked it and slaved over the recipe for ages.  I did none of those things. This recipe was a winner straight out of the gate!

We were running around one morning doing the "rush-rush" routine.  Probably running a little late because I remember it being more than slightly insane.  And my then t'ween daughter was then kind enough to remind me we were expecting guests that evening.

30 second world stop.  Brain overload.  No food cooked...etc.  We started pulling stuff out of the cabinets to figure out what was available.  This recipe was the result.

Epic success!  Everyone raved and ate seconds or thirds.


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15 Years of Add-InsSlow Cooker Potato Soup

We've changed it up and added lots of stuff over the years.  Not because of boredom but more so because of those "what's in the pantry" moments.  That same girl is now 24 with a family of her own.  Last time I remembered to ask she still makes it.

You can make multiple substitutions or you can toss it all in the slow cooker and see what you'll come up with.

  • Carrots and celery diced are great additions to sneak in veggies.
  • Adding fresh spinach 30 minutes before serving adds a completely different, delicious flavor.
  • Using only milk makes the soup thinner and better for Summer and Spring.
  • Using more cream thickens the soup for a chilly Fall or Winter main course.
  • Adding boxed potato flakes will thicken it up if you get it too thin.
  • Caramelizing the onions adds a deep, rich flavor.  You can even make them ahead in the crockpot and freeze for later.
  • Diced ham or chicken can both substitute for the bacon bits.

Try it!  Let us know what version you make and how it turns out!  We'd love to know 🙂


Potato Soup

Serving Suggestions:

  • Top with shredded cheeses
  • Stir in croutons right before serving
  • Swirl in a tablespoon of sour cream right before serving

Serve with a crusty bread or sandwiches.


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Crock Pot Potato Soup

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This is a quick and easy crock pot potato soup recipe. Sprinkle with either bacon bits or shredded cheese to serve. A great crowd pleaser.
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 8 hrs
Total Time 8 hrs 5 mins
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 4 15-ounce cans potatoes (sliced, diced, or whole)
  • 1 10-ounce can mushrooms
  • 1 package bacon (cooked and crumbled; or substitute purchased real bacon bits)
  • 2 10.5-ounce cans cream of mushroom soup (or any type of cream soup)
  • 2 to 4 cups whole milk (half & half, heavy cream or any combo of them)
  • 1 cup onions (diced and optional)
  • 6 cloves garlic (optional)
  • Shredded cheese (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Spray, oil or butter your crock pot insert ~or~ use a liner.
  • Open all your cans but don’t drain them.
  • Pour all the ingredients into crock pot insert.
  • Use a potato masher and mash up about half the potatoes. Stir well.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

 

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  1. Martha Dunham says

    August 20, 2017 at 11:44 pm

    You could add chopped up clams and make clams chowder

    Reply
    • gwen says

      August 30, 2017 at 6:25 am

      You absolutely could. That's a great idea 🙂 Thanks for sharing it!

      Reply
  2. Abby says

    October 27, 2017 at 3:39 pm

    Instead of canned potatoes could I just whole potatoes? I could just microwave them to soften them up a bit? I have a 5lb bag of potatoes and want to use that before I buy canned ones.

    Reply
    • gwen says

      October 30, 2017 at 11:27 am

      You absolutely can! If you dice them small enough you don't even need to microwave. The canned potatoes are for simplicity sake, not an absolute rule 🙂

      Reply
      • Tricia says

        May 22, 2022 at 2:47 pm

        If you add the water from the canned potatoes, how much water do you add for fresh potatoes?

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        • Gwen@SlowCookerKitchen.com says

          May 22, 2022 at 8:42 pm

          I would start with about a 1/4 to 1/2 cup. You can always add more if you'd like it to be thinner.

          Reply
  3. Jessica says

    November 13, 2017 at 9:37 am

    What soup would be the best to use?

    Reply
    • gwen says

      November 14, 2017 at 7:53 am

      I try to keep cream of mushroom, chicken, and celery in the pantry. ALL of those work well. Even if they are mixed in a larger batch.

      Reply
  4. Rachel Beavers says

    November 17, 2017 at 9:45 am

    What size crockpot should be used for this recipe?

    Reply
    • gwen says

      November 20, 2017 at 7:57 pm

      At least a 4 quart would be best. If you have a smaller one, I'd half the recipe.

      Reply
      • Rachel Beavers says

        November 21, 2017 at 9:03 am

        Thank you.

        Reply
        • gwen says

          November 21, 2017 at 2:57 pm

          You are very welcome Rachel. Any time.

          Reply
  5. Lorelei Sebranek says

    December 05, 2017 at 12:22 pm

    5 stars
    I had a tonsillectomy yesterday and when given the ok to eat soft foods this was the first thing I made. LOVE LOVE LOVE it! I did add a lg brick of velveeta to it too. Heavenly!

    Reply
    • gwen says

      December 05, 2017 at 5:05 pm

      Oh my. I am very glad you enjoyed the soup, but I'm so sorry about the tonsillectomy. Feel better soon!

      Reply

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