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Prepared with a simplicity that’s not found in other potato soup recipes. If you’re looking for the easy classic Philadelphia Cream Cheese Potato Soup, this is it.
There are only three steps to creating this recipe, let’s get to it.
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Philadelphia Cream Cheese Potato Soup Recipe
Description
If you’re looking for a delicious, easy-to-make soup to make on a cold winter night, then you have to try Philadelphia Cream Cheese Potato Soup! This creamy and comforting soup is sure to please everyone in the family with its rich and savory flavor. Not only is it quick and simple to prepare, but the combination of cream cheese and potatoes make this a unique twist on traditional potato soup.
Ingredients
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5 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
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1 large onion, diced
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1 can (49.5 oz. Or 1.5 litres) chicken broth (you can use less to make the soup thicker)
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1 tablespoon minced garlic
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1/4 cup butter
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1 cup half-and-half cream
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15 oz Philadelphia Cream Cheese
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Salt and pepper to taste
Topping ideas:
- Cook bacon until crispy, chop it up and top the soup with it.
- Chopped up chives
- Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Combine cubed potatoes, onion, salt and pepper, chicken broth and garlic in crockpot and cook on HIGH for 4 to 5 hours or until potatoes are soft.
- Mash potatoes to thicken soup. Then add in butter, half-and-half and cream cheese. Cook an additional 30 to 45 minutes.
- Let cool, then add toppings and serve.
