Cauliflower Potato Soup

Instructions

1. Cook bacon in a medium pot over medium heat until crispy and browned. Remove the bacon leaving the fat in the pot.
2. Stir in the onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook one minute more.
3. Add chicken broth, milk, potatoes and cauliflower. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered until vegetables are tender.
4. Remove about 1 cup of vegetables, chop, and set aside. Blend soup with a hand blender and bring back to a boil.
5. Combine 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water. Stir into simmering soup to thicken (add more if needed).
6. Remove from heat and stir in chopped vegetables and cheese. Season to taste with salt & pepper.
7. Top with crispy bacon and serve.