Slow Cooker Potato Soup

The first time I tried this recipe it was a success with my family. I have also substituted meatballs for the smoked sausage and I have left the meat out before. I really like this soup because it's easy and hearty. I usually serve it with Rhodes yeast rolls.

32 oz. chicken broth
3 lbs. potatoes, diced (I use red potatoes.)
1 lb. smoked sausage, cut in bite-sized pieces
1 medium onion, quartered
1 tsp. dill weed
salt and pepper to taste
8 oz. half & half

Combine all ingredients except half & half in your slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours (high, 3-4 hours). Just before serving, add the half & half.

Loaded "Baked Potato" Soup

This recipe comes from a popular magazine. I love to fix a pot of hearty soup during the winter. I thought this would be a great time to add this recipe! Enjoy!

1 lb. baking potatoes, cut into cubes (about 3 cups)
1 can (14 ½ oz.) fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup milk
3 slices bacon, cooked, crumbled and divided
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
2 Tbsp. sliced green onions, divided
¼ cup sour cream

PLACE cubed potatoes in large microwaveable bowl; microwave on high 5 min., stirring after 2-1/2 min. Add broth and milk to bowl; stir.
MICROWAVE on high 10 min., stirring after 5 min. Crush potatoes with a potato masher.
RESERVE 2 Tbsp. each of the bacon and cheese and 1 Tbsp. of the onions for topping; set aside. Add remaining bacon, cheese and onions to soup.
SERVE topped with reserved bacon, cheese, onions and sour cream.