Melt-in-Your-Mouth Potato Soup

This rich and creamy potato soup is packed with cheese, bacon, and ranch flavors—pure comfort in a bowl!

Ingredients:

• 6 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup heavy cream (or milk for a lighter version)
• ½ cup sour cream
• 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
• 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prep the Ingredients
   • Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes for faster cooking.
   • Chop the onion and cook the bacon if not pre-cooked.
2. Slow Cook
   • Add potatoes, chopped onion, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, salt, and pepper to a slow cooker.
   • Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until potatoes are tender.
3. Make It Creamy
   • About 30 minutes before serving, mash some of the potatoes with a potato masher for a thicker consistency.
   • Stir in cream cheese, cheddar cheese, heavy cream, and sour cream, mixing until fully melted and smooth.
   • Let cook for another 20–30 minutes on low.
4. Serve & Enjoy
   • Ladle the soup into bowls and top with crumbled bacon, extra cheddar, and sliced green onions.
   • Serve with warm bread or crackers!