Potato Chowder

INGREDIENTS 8 cups diced potatoes 1/3 cup chopped onion 3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed 1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled, optional Minced chives, optional	SERVINGS 12 CATEGORY Soup METHOD Slow Cooker PREP 15 min. COOK 480 min. TOTAL 495 min.
DIRECTIONS In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first five ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until potatoes are tender. Add cream cheese; stir until blended. Garnish with bacon and chives if desired. Yield: 12 servings (3 quarts).