Creamy Slow Cooker Potato Cheese Soup is a comforting, rich, and hearty soup that’s easy to prepare. It involves slow-cooking potatoes, onions, and other ingredients to create a creamy base, then adding cheese to make it extra delicious. Here’s a simple and tasty recipe for this delightful soup:

Ingredients:

• 6 cups potatoes, peeled and diced (about 4-5 large potatoes)
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 cup sour cream (optional)
• Chopped green onions, bacon bits, and extra cheese for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients: Place the diced potatoes, onion, and garlic into the slow cooker. Pour the chicken broth over the vegetables.
2. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours, or until the potatoes are very tender.
3. Make the Roux: About 30 minutes before the cooking time is up, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is golden and bubbly. Gradually whisk in the heavy cream until the mixture is smooth and thickened. This is your roux, which will help thicken the soup.
4. Combine Roux and Soup: Add the roux to the slow cooker and stir to combine. Use a potato masher or immersion blender to mash some of the potatoes to thicken the soup further, leaving some chunks for texture.
5. Add Cheese and Seasoning: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and thyme. Continue to cook on low for an additional 30 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and the soup is heated through.
6. Optional Sour Cream: If you like, stir in the sour cream just before serving for extra creaminess.
7. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions, bacon bits, and additional shredded cheese.

Enjoy your Creamy Slow Cooker Potato Cheese Soup! This soup is perfect for a cozy meal and pairs well with crusty bread or a simple salad.