Slow Cooker Corn and Sausage Chowder

sausage, browned and drained (I used breakfast sausage)

package of frozen potatoes O'Brien (the one with onions and peppers)

of cream style corn

large carrot, chopped (I left this out because I don't like cooked carrots- it's up to you.)

chicken broth

evaporated milk

cheese, plus more for garnish

Salt and 1/2 tsp pepper

Optional topping ideas: Diced Bacon pieces, green onions, cheese, sour cream.