Chomps in the Swamp

I forgot how much I like this soup! It takes some work because of shucking and de-kernaling the corn. See original recipe her INGREDIENTS - 10 ears fresh corn, husked and silks removed and kernels cut from the cob - 3 TB butter - 12 oz bacon, sliced into 1/4 to 1/2 inch pieces - 1 yellow onion, chopped - 1/4 cup all purpose flour - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 5 cups chicken or vegetable broth - 1 lb gold potatoes, cut into 1/2 inch pieces - 1 tsp dried thyme - 2 bay leaves - 16 oz half and half - shredded cheddar cheese (for serving) - chopped fresh chives (for serving) INSTRUCTIONS 1. Cook bacon pieces in large pot. Remove. Set aside bacon and discard grease. 2. Melt 3 TB butter in pot. Add onion and cook until the onion starts to brown around the edges. Add in flour and garlic and cook 1 1/2 minutes. While whisking, slowly pour in broth. 3. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Add corn and potatoes. Add thyme and bay leaves and season with salt and pepper. Red...