Owen, brother to Max — Les Petites Gourmettes

Ingredients

• 6 slices bacon, chopped
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 medium onion, peeled and diced
• 3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 can cream of chicken soup
• 8 medium or 5 large potatoes, peeled and chopped into 1-inch cubes
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 cup milk
• 1 tablespoon flour
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese