Crockpot Broccoli Cheddar Potato Soup

✺ Let's cook

1. 1

   Build the slow cooker base

   5 min

   Add potatoes, broth, onion, garlic, butter, salt, pepper and smoked paprika. Stir well.

2. 2

   Cook the potatoes

   6–7 hr LOW

   Cover and cook on LOW 6–7 hours or HIGH 3–4 hours until potatoes are tender.

3. 3

   Thicken by blending

   3–5 min

   Mash or carefully blend one-half to two-thirds of the cooked potato mixture, keeping some chunks.

4. 4

   Add the broccoli

   20–30 min

   Stir in broccoli florets and cook until just tender.

5. 5

   Finish with dairy and cheddar

   5–10 min

   Switch to WARM or LOW. Stir in half-and-half and add cheddar gradually until smooth; avoid boiling.

6. 6

   Serve rich and hot

   2 min

   Taste and correct seasoning; top with bacon, sour cream, or a little extra cheddar if desired.