In saute pan, brown 1 pound Italian sausage and 4 strips bacon (chopped); let grease drain on paper towels.

In slow cooker, cook on high 3-4 hours (or low 5-6 hours)

• Italian sausage and bacon from pan
• 4 russet potatoes, chopped
• 1 medium white onion, chopped
• 4-5 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth or stock

Potatoes should be soft.

Mix together then add to slow cooker… 

• 2 tablespoons corn starch 
• 1 cup half-n-half (cold)

Add to the slow cooker…

• 1 cup spinach, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 

Continue cooking for 30 minutes.