"The only thing that beats the comforting flavor of this thick and hearty potato soup is possibly the idea that it simmers on its own all day in a slow cooker.?Barbara Bleigh, Colonial Heights, Virginia..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 large onions, chopped
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3 tablespoons butter
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 cups water, divided
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4 cups chicken broth
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2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
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1-1/2 cups mashed potato flakes
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1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
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3/4 teaspoon pepper
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon dried basil
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1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 cup half-and-half cream
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1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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2 green onions, sliced