Slow Cooker Potato Soup

When the leaves start to turn colors and fall is in the air my thoughts turn to slow cooker recipes. What a great way to make a delicious meal while you are away at work. This potato soup is a super easy, tasty fall dish that will sure to be a favorite. 

Ingredients:

Salt and Pepper

32 oz frozen diced potatoes, thawed
1/2 cup frozen chopped onion, thawed
1/2 cup diced celery
32 oz chicken broth
1 cup water
3 1/2 tablespoons flour
1 cup whole milk
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
real bacon pieces
4 green onions, chopped 

In slow cooker stir in potatoes, onion, celery, broth and water. Cover slow cooker and cook on low heat setting for 6 hours. Whisk together flour and milk into a bowl and mix into slow cooker. Increase the heat setting to high. Cover slow cooker and cook for an additional 30 minutes. Stir in the cheese and continue stirring until melted. (If you would like the soup to be thicker, mix together a bit of water and flour and pour into slow cooker until the desired consistency is achieved). Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with bacon pieces and chives. Enjoy.