This slow cooker creamy potato bacon soup is going to be a new family-friendly favorite. It’s easy to make so it’s perfect for a weeknight dinner, and reheats really well so it’s great for meal prep. This crock pot ground beef soup is also gluten-free and loaded with vegetables like potatoes, carrots, onion, celery and tomatoes. It’s full of flavor and one of our go-to recipes for fall and winter.
Ingredients:
3.5 cups chicken broth
4 russet potatoes, peeled and diced (3–4 cups)
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 yellow onion, diced
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup diced celery
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 pound ground beef
1 package (12 ounces) bacon, cooked and chopped
3 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup flour (gluten free 1:1)
2 cups half and half
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or pepper jack cheese
To garnish: green onions, reserved chopped bacon