Ingredients
- 6 cups diced potatoes (peeled)
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled turkey bacon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and dice the potatoes into even-sized pieces.
- Layer the diced potatoes in the crock pot and sprinkle ranch seasoning over them.
- Add shredded cheese and crumbled turkey bacon on top.
- Pour the broth over all ingredients to ensure coverage.
- Cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4 hours until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper. Blend if desired for a smoother texture.
- Serve hot with optional garnishes like extra cheese, turkey bacon bits, or green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider mixing in vegetables such as carrots or celery. Adjust consistency by mashing some potatoes before adding cream for thickness, or add more broth for a thinner soup. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
