[ { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Spray slow cooker with nonstick spray" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Add bag of potatoes" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Heat a skillet over medium high heat" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Dice bacon into small pieces and add to pan" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Let cook until it just starts to brown and adds some fat to the pan" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Thinly slice onions and add to pan" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Cook, stirring occasionally until bacon is crisp and onions are light brown" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Sprinkle in flour and stir to coat evenly over bacon and onions" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Slowly stir in broth and bring to a low boil for about 4-5 minutes until it starts to reduce and thicken" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Add in cream and seasonings and let simmer for about 2-3 additional minutes" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Remove from heat and stir in 2 cups of the shredded cheese" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "When well mixed carefully pour the cheese mixture over the potatoes and toss to coat evenly" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Chop up butter into several pieces and place on top" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Top with cheese and cover and cook for 3-4 hours on high or 5-7 hours on low" } ]