Instructions

1. In a blender combine the {thawed} corn from one package and the half-and-half and onion.
2. Cover and blend until smooth.
3. In a 3-1/2- or 4-quart slow cooker combine blended corn mixture, the remaining corn, 1/2 cup Jack cheese, butter, salt, and pepper.
4. In a skillet cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, turning once.
5. Drain bacon on paper towels; cool.
6. Cut bacon into 1-inch pieces.
7. Stir in the chopped bacon and 1 tablespoon bacon grease to the corn mixture.
8. Cover and cook on low-heat setting for 3 to 4 hours or on high-heat setting for 1-1/2 to 2 hours.
9. Sprinkle the rest of the cheese and additional chives or green onions on top.
10. Cover and continue cooking until cheese has melted