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Crockpot Roasted Garlic Potato Soup

This soup combines caramelized roasted garlic and tender potatoes cooked slowly in a crockpot, resulting in a smooth, velvety texture with rich, savory flavors. The roasting process enhances the garlic’s sweetness, while the slow cooking creates a comforting, creamy final dish with a slightly thickened consistency.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 6 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 head garlic bulb for roasting
  • 2 pounds large potatoes peeled and chopped
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream for creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for roasting garlic
  • to taste salt and pepper season as desired

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Large knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing spoon
  • Immersion Blender or Food Processor

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven, then cut the top off the garlic bulb, drizzle with a tablespoon of olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast at 400°F (200°C) for about 40 minutes until the cloves are soft and fragrant.
  2. While the garlic roasts, peel and chop the potatoes into roughly 1-inch pieces, ensuring they’re evenly sized for consistent cooking.
  3. Place the chopped potatoes into your crockpot, then pour in the vegetable broth, covering the potatoes completely.
  4. Once the roasted garlic is cool enough to handle, squeeze out the soft cloves and add them directly into the crockpot with the potatoes and broth, stirring gently to distribute the sweet garlic aroma.
  5. Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on low for about 6 hours, until the potatoes are tender and the flavors meld, filling your kitchen with warm, savory scents.
  6. Once the cooking time is complete, use an immersion blender directly in the crockpot to blend the soup until it’s silky smooth, or transfer the mixture to a food processor in batches and process until creamy.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream, then season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting until the balance is just right and the soup is rich and flavorful.
  8. Scoop the hot, velvety soup into bowls, garnish with fresh herbs or a drizzle of cream if desired, and enjoy the soothing, garlic-infused goodness.

Notes

For an extra smoky flavor, sprinkle with smoked paprika or add a dash of cayenne pepper. To make it heartier, top with crispy bacon bits or shredded cheese.