Pepperjack Potato Soup

What you need:

    • 1 Tbsp. EVOO
    • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
    • 2 garlic cloves, minced
    • 3/4 cup shredded carrots
    • 2 1/2 cups russet potatoes, cubed
    • 1/2 cup real bacon bits, divided
    • 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
    • 1/2 green bell pepper, diced
    • 4 tsp. chicken bouillon granules
    • 4 cups water
    • 1/4 tsp. pepper
    • 1/2 tsp. thyme
    • 1/3 cup flour
    • 1 can evaporated milk (12 oz.), heated
    • 8 oz. Pepper Jack cheese, divided

Directions:

    1. Saute onions and garlic in EVOO and add to crockpot.
    2. Add carrots, potatoes, 1/4 cup bacon bits, bouillon, water, pepper, thyme, and flour.
    3. Cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours.
    4. Add diced bell peppers, milk, and 4 oz. cheese.
    5. Cook on HIGH for 20 to 30 minutes.
    6. Serve with remaining cheese.

Recipe from 365 Days of Crockpot