Creamy Crock Pot Potato Soup: Effortless Comfort Food!

Ingredients

• 3 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
• 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 tablespoon bacon fat
• 1 cup whole milk
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese