Crock Pot - Style Loaded Baked Potato Soup

Step 1

Combine first seven ingredients in a large crock pot; cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 8 hours (potato should be tender).

Step 2

Mash mixture until potatoes are coarsely chopped and soup is slightly thickened.

Step 3

Stir in cream, cheese and chives.

Step 4

Top with sour cream (if used), sprinkle with bacon and more cheese.