Slow Cooker Potato-leek Soup

Total Time: 8 hrs 20 mins Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 8 hrs

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and diced
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 (14 ounce) cans chicken stock
• 2 medium leeks, rinsed and chopped ( and light green parts)
• 1 tablespoon dried dill or 2 tablespoons fresh dill
• 6 slices bacon, cooked, drained, and chopped
• 2/3 cup half-and-half
• 1/2-1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
• salt and pepper

Recipe

• 1 place potatoes and leeks in slow cooker. sprinkle flour over and toss until well-coated. add the chicken stock and stir, then add the dill and the chopped bacon. mix well. cover and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours or until the potatoes are tender.
• 2 in a blender or food processor, puree the soup until creamy (you can puree the whole pot or just some of it if you prefer a chunkier soup). add salt and pepper to taste (i find a teaspoon or two of salt really helps boost the flavor).
• 3 stir in half and half and cheese (if using), then cover and heat an additional 15 minutes.