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**Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup: The Ultimate Comfort Food**
### Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
– **Effortless Cooking**: The Crock Pot takes care of everything—just toss the ingredients in and let it cook while you go about your day. You’ll come home to the most delicious, creamy potato soup!
– **Irresistibly Flavorful**: With the addition of bacon, cheddar cheese, and ranch seasoning, this soup is bursting with flavor. It’s no wonder it’s called “crack” potato soup—once you try it, you won’t be able to stop!
– **Perfect for Meal Prep**: This recipe makes a large batch, so it’s perfect for leftovers or meal prepping. It reheats beautifully and tastes just as great the next day.
– **Customizable**: Want to make it spicier? Add some jalapeños. Want extra creaminess? Stir in a little sour cream or heavy cream. You can easily tailor the recipe to suit your preferences.
– 6 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
– 1 medium onion, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian version)
– 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
– 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (or 1/4 cup homemade ranch seasoning)
– 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled (reserve some for garnish)
– 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (plus more for topping)
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 cup heavy cream or milk (for extra creaminess)
– Fresh chives, for garnish (optional)