Slow Cooker Cajun Potato Soup

 

Slow Cooker Cajun Potato Soup

Ingredients:

6 cups russet potatoes, peeled and diced

1 medium onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 celery stalk, chopped (optional)

1 tsp smoked paprika

1 tsp Cajun seasoning (plus more to taste)

½ tsp thyme

Salt and pepper, to taste

4 cups chicken or vegetable broth

1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)

1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

4 oz cream cheese, softened

4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)

Green onions or parsley, for garnish

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Instructions:

1. Prep the base:

In the slow cooker, add potatoes, onion, garlic, bell pepper, celery, paprika, Cajun seasoning, thyme, salt, pepper, and broth.

2. Cook low and slow:

Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until the potatoes are tender.

3. Make it creamy:

Use a potato masher or immersion blender to mash part of the soup (leave some chunks for texture). Stir in the cream, shredded cheese, and cream cheese until melted and smooth.

4. Add the heat:

Taste and adjust Cajun seasoning for spice. Stir in crumbled bacon if using.

5. Garnish and serve:

Ladle into bowls, top with green onions or parsley, and a sprinkle of extra cheese or bacon if desired.