Roasted Corn, Potato, and Bacon Chowder - The Scramble

Ingredients

• 8 oz. bacon (turkey, pork, or meatless)
• 1 yellow onion (chopped about 2 cups)
• 1 red, orange, or yellow bell pepper (diced, or use 3 carrots, finely diced)
• 1/4 cup whole wheat flour (I like the white whole wheat from King Arthur Flour, use wheat/gluten-free, if needed)
• 1 1/2 lbs. Yukon Gold potatoes (peeled (if desired) and diced)
• 1 lb. frozen roasted corn kernels (or use regular frozen corn)
• 1/4 tsp. salt (or use Old Bay seasoning, or more to taste)
• 1/4 tsp. black pepper (or use cayenne pepper for a spicier option)
• 4 cups reduced-sodium chicken or vegetable broth (or use any variety)
• 1 cup half and half
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, chives, or basil (optional)