Loaded Crock Pot Potato Soup

Trying this tonight.  I'm already certain I will be adding celery and carrots and more garlic.  I will use half real butter and half lower-fat spread.  I'll definitely be using extra sharp cheddar cheese and fat free half and half, as well.  So perhaps I should say "I'm trying my own version of this tonight." 

Recipe from:  http://crockpotgirls.com/crock-pot-mondays/loaded-baked-potato-soup/

Loaded Baked Potato Soup – Crock Pot

6 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 large onion, diced
1 quart chicken broth
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup butter
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste

1 cup cream or 1 cup 1/2 and 1/2 cream
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Garnish: chives, sour cream, bacon, and cheese

Directions:

Combine first 7 ingredients in a large slow cooker and cook on high for
4 hours or low for 8 hours (potatoes should be tender). Then you will
need to mash potatoes until coarsely chopped and soup is slightly
thickened. Stir in cream and cheese. Garnish with toppings.

Simple and Satisfying!

Such a simple and tasty soup that really fills you up! We loved the spin on regular potato soup… adding bacon, sour cream, cheese and chives to make it like the oh so yummy loaded baked potato! Served with cornbread, this was SUCH a yummy meal! We hope you guys enjoy this recipe as much as we did, especially with that crisp fall air we seem to be seeing more and more of! Happy Crockin’!