**Gina's Baked Potato Soup (Crock Pot): A Creamy Comfort in a Bowl**
Indulge in the epitome of comfort food with Gina's irresistible Baked Potato Soup, expertly prepared in a crock pot for effortless convenience. This velvety smooth and incredibly flavorful soup is a symphony of classic flavors, featuring tender chunks of potatoes, savory bacon, and a medley of aromatic vegetables swimming in a creamy broth. Perfect for chilly evenings, busy weeknights, or cozy gatherings, this versatile recipe offers three variations to cater to diverse dietary preferences. Whether you prefer the classic rendition, a luscious vegetarian version, or a tantalizing dairy-free alternative, Gina's Baked Potato Soup promises to warm your soul and delight your taste buds.
CROCK POT - STYLE LOADED BAKED POTATO SOUP
If you like loading your baked potatoes will all those delish dairy ingredients, then you'll love this soup recipe, too! Original recipe calls for only four slices of bacon, but I -- being a little piggy -- love the bacon, so we always use more like 8 to 12 slices. You decide which you prefer.
Provided by Debber
Categories Chowders
Time 5h15m
Yield 2 cup servings, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine first seven ingredients in a large crock pot; cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 8 hours (potato should be tender).
- Mash mixture until potatoes are coarsely chopped and soup is slightly thickened.
- Stir in cream, cheese and chives.
- Top with sour cream (if used), sprinkle with bacon and more cheese.
BRETT'S SLOW COOKER LOADED BAKED POTATO SOUP
The first time I decided to try making a loaded baked potato soup, I could not decide which recipe I found to use...so I combined 2 together that sounded great. It's is the best potato soup I've ever had! Anyone who's tried it cannot get enough of it.
Provided by Brett McKenney
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Potato Soup Recipes
Time 4h35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine potatoes, chicken broth, onion, butter, salt, and pepper in a slow cooker (such as Crock Pot®). Cook on High until soup flavors meld and potatoes are extremely soft, 4 to 5 hours.
- Stir bacon, half-and-half, Cheddar cheese, and sour cream into the soup. Turn heat to Low setting; cook until thick and creamy, 15 to 20 minutes more.
- Mash the soup in the slow cooker using a potato masher to your desired consistency. Garnish with additional Cheddar cheese, sour cream, and chives.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 544.2 calories, Carbohydrate 39.7 g, Cholesterol 89.1 mg, Fat 32.4 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 15.3 g, Sodium 1990.1 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
SLOW COOKER, EASY BAKED POTATO SOUP
I love this recipe in my slow cooker, especially since there is minimal prep. No bacon to fry, so the slow cooker is the only dish you will get dirty. If you have dry ranch mix on hand, I have really enjoyed this variation!
Provided by The-Baby-Bow-Lady
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 7h30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Put potatoes in the bottom of your slow cooker crock. Scatter flour over the potatoes; toss to coat.
- Scatter bacon bits, red onion, garlic, chicken bouillon, ranch dressing mix, parsley, seasoned salt, and black pepper over the potatoes.
- Pour water into the slow cooker.
- Cook on Low 7 to 9 hours.
- Pour half-and-half into the soup; cook another 15 minutes.
- Garnish with Cheddar cheese and green onion to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 335.7 calories, Carbohydrate 26.6 g, Cholesterol 55.9 mg, Fat 17.9 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 1720.2 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
GINA'S BAKED POTATO SOUP (CROCK POT)
Make and share this Gina's Baked Potato Soup (Crock Pot) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chefs Mom
Categories Potato
Time 3h20m
Yield 8-10 big bowl
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Now you can make this low fat or even fat free but it tastes WAY too good with the fat.
- Add all ingredients to your warmed crock pot and stir in well.
- Let it cook on low for a few hours stirring occasionally.
- Enjoy!
FULLY-LOADED CHEESY POTATO SOUP WITH GINA'S SPINACH SALAD 2
Provided by Food Network
Yield Makes: 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 37
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic, carrots, celery and onions, and cook until the vegetables begin to soften, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle the flour into the saucepan to toast the flour, stirring constantly, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Gradually whisk in the stock, and then the milk and beer. Stir in the potatoes and bring the soup to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer the soup until the potatoes are tender, 20 to 30 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and, using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. Return the soup to low heat. Add 1 cup of the Cheddar, a handful at a time, stirring until melted and smooth after each addition. Add additional chicken stock if necessary to adjust the consistency. Sprinkle with hot sauce, Worcestershire, salt and pepper. Divide the soup among bowls and top with the remaining Cheddar, sour cream, bacon and chives. Serve with Gina's Spinach Salad with Spiced Pecans.
- Gina's Spinach Salad
- Spiced Pecans:
- Spinach Salad:
- For the pecans: Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Stir in all the spices and the pecans. Stir and toast the pecans for about 5 minutes. Transfer them to a plate to cool.
- For the salad: Whisk together the balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard and shallots in a small bowl. Drizzle in the olive oil in a continuous stream, whisking to emulsify. Season with a pinch of sugar, salt and pepper.
- Add the spinach to a large serving bowl. Toss the greens with the prepared dressing, the bacon, blue cheese, cherry tomatoes and spiced pecans.
Tips:
- For a creamier soup, use a potato masher or immersion blender to blend some of the potatoes until smooth.
- Add your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, crumbled bacon, sour cream, or chopped green onions, just before serving.
- If you don't have a slow cooker, you can also make this soup on the stovetop. Just simmer the ingredients in a large pot over medium heat for about 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- To make a vegetarian version of this soup, omit the bacon and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- For a thicker soup, add an extra potato or two. For a thinner soup, add more broth.
Conclusion:
Gina's Baked Potato Soup is a hearty, comforting soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this soup a try. You won't be disappointed!
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