Take 3 ladlefuls of the cooked soup (around 450g/1lb) and transfer to a large bowl or jug. Using a stick blender, blitz to a purée then return to the slow cooker pot and mix thoroughly to thicken ...
Cook the bacon and remove from pan. Sauté onions and mushrooms until softened. Add the garlic and sauté a few more minutes. In the crockpot (use a liner if you can) add the mixture and remaining ...
For a thicker soup, add 2–3 tablespoons cornflour mixed with a little water at the same time as the milk or cream. You will need a slow cooker that holds at least 4 litres/7 pints for this recipe.
Place chicken in the slow cooker. Sprinkle on the chili powder, cumin, and salt and pepper. Add the onion, bell peppers, tomatoes, tomatoes and green chilis, chicken broth, tomato paste ...