Slow Cooked Potato Soup Recipe

Name: Slow Cooked Potato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 ½ cups peeled potatoes, divided; 2 ¾ cups water; ⅓ cup butter, cubed; 1 ⅓ cups cooked ham, diced; 2 celery ribs, chopped; ⅔ cup chopped onion; ¾ teaspoon garlic powder; ¾ teaspoon paprika; ⅛ teaspoon pepper; 12 lb Velveeta cheese, cubed; ⅔ cup sour cream; milk (optional)

Servings: persons

5 ½ cups peeled potatoes, divided
2 ¾ cups water
⅓ cup butter, cubed
1 ⅓ cups cooked ham, diced
2 celery ribs, chopped
⅔ cup chopped onion
¾ teaspoon garlic powder
¾ teaspoon paprika
⅛ teaspoon pepper
12 lb Velveeta cheese, cubed
⅔ cup sour cream
milk (optional)

1
Place 4-1/2 cups of the potatoes in a saucepan add water.
2
Bring to a boil reduce heat cover and cook 15-20 min or until tender.
3
Remove from heat; do not drain.
4
Mash potatoes stir in butter.
5
In a 3 quart slow cooker combine the ham, celery, onion, garlic powder, paprika, pepper and remaining cubed potatoes.
6
Stir in the mashed potatoes top with cheese.
7
Cover and cook 5-6 hours or until potatoes are tender.
8
Stir in the sour cream until blended.
9
Thin soup with milk if desired.

6096

kcal

Calories

480

Fat

Carbs

363

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 ½ cups peeled potatoes, divided, 2 ¾ cups water, ⅓ cup butter, cubed, 1 ⅓ cups cooked ham, diced, and more.

Yes, Slow Cooked Potato Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Slow Cooked Potato Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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