Slow Cooker Irish Bacon Cabbage and Potato Soup

Servings: 6

Ingredients:
1 pound of Irish bacon or regular bacon, chopped
4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 small head of cabbage, cored and chopped
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
2 bay leaves
1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)