|
6 slices bacon, cut into 1/2 inch pieces 1 onion, finely chopped 2 (10.5 ounce) cans condensed chicken broth 2 cups water 5 large potatoes, diced 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 2 cups half-and-half cream 1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk Place bacon and onion in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until bacon is evenly brown and onions are soft. Drain off excess grease. Transfer the bacon and onion to a slow cooker, and stir in chicken broth, water, potatoes, salt, dill weed, and white pepper. Cover, and cook on Low 6 to 7 hours, stirring occasionally. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and half-and-half. Stir into the soup along with the evaporated milk. Cover, and cook another 30 minutes before serving. |