Creamy Ham and Corn Chowder with Bacon and Potatoes

Ingredients

• 4 strips bacon, cut into pieces.
• ½ medium onion, chopped.
• 2 celery stalks, chopped.
• ¼ cup flour.
• 2 garlic cloves, minced.
• 4 cups chicken broth.
• 1 cup heavy cream.
• 2 cups frozen corn.
• 1 pound smoked ham, chopped.
• 2 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced.
• ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning.
• Pinch cayenne pepper (optional).
• Salt and pepper to taste.