Ingredients:

3 large baking potatoes, peel and cut into 1/2-inch pieces

1/2 large yellow onion, chopped

2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans low-sodium low-fat chicken broth

1/8 cup margarine

1 teaspoon salt (to taste)

1/2 teaspoon white pepper

3/4 cup fat-free half-and-half

3/4 cup low-fat sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped

4 ounces low-fat sour cream

3 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled

Directions:

1. Combine first six ingredients in a slow cooker.

2. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours, until potatoes are tender.

3. Remove 1 cup of mixture and mash potatoes; return to cooker.

4. Add Half and Half, cheese, and chives; mix well.

5. Heat thoroughly.

6. To serve: top with dollop of sour cream, sprinkles of cooked bacon and more cheese, if desired.

Bon Appetit!