I love easy crock-pot meals! This one is has nice texture, full body flavor and will feed up to 12 people.
Recipe
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 large onions, chopped
2 ribs celery, chopped
2 tablespoons flour
2 tsp dried thyme
8 cups organic chicken stock
6-8 Yukon gold or red potatoes, scrubbed and chopped into 1/2-inch cubes
1 (150z. can) White Northern Beans, drained
2 cups fresh or frozen corn
2 organic chicken breats
1 cup cream
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
Sea salt and fresh pepper to taste
In a saute pan melt 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add the onions, celery and thyme and saute until softened, about 10 minutes. Add the flour and cook for 1 minute. Add 1 cup broth and pour into crock-pot. Add the remaining broth, potatoes, beans, corn and chicken into the crock-pot. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours. Add the cream and cheese just before serving. Check the seasonings and serve with salad and a hearty loaf of bread!