Skinny Slow Cooker Potato Soup
INGREDIENTS
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◾2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, diced - (about 1/4-1/2 inch)
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◾1 medium onion, diced
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◾3 medium carrots, peeled and diced - (about 1 cup)
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◾3 stalks celery, diced - (about 1 cup)
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◾6 cloves garlic, minced
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◾6 slices (turkey) bacon, cooked and crumbled - divided
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◾5-6 cups low sodium chicken broth - divided
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◾1 tablespoon dried parsley
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◾2 teaspoons chicken bouillon powder
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◾1 1/2 teaspoons salt
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◾1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
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◾1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
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◾1/2 teaspoon pepper
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ADD LATER:
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◾2 tablespoons cornstarch
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◾1 12 oz. can evaporated milk - (I use nonfat)
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◾4 oz. cream cheese, softened - (I use 1/3 less fat)
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◾1 cup freshly and finely grated sharp cheddar cheese
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GARNISH
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◾cheddar cheese
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◾bacon
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◾green onions
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◾crackers
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◾sour cream
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