Tristan's Corn and Bacon Chowder

• This is a definate favorite of my son's.He just loves a good soup(especially tomato).And corn,potatoes,broccoli,bacon and cheese is like some of his favorite foods. Whip some of this soup up for your child and yourself..Yum!

Ingredients 

• 3 strips bacon, chopped
• 2 onions, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 potatoes
• 3 cups organic chicken broth
• 2 cups  corn kernels
• 2 cups  broccoli florets
• 1 cup  organic milk or coconut milk
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 tsp  pepper
• 1/2 cup  shredded light cheddar-style cheese(organic or goats cheddar)

Directions

In saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, about 5 minutes. Drain fat from pan. Add onions and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, peel and cube potatoes. Add to pan along with half of the chicken broth; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes. Using potato masher or hand blender, mash several times to break up about half of the potatoes.
Add remaining broth, corn and broccoli; simmer until broccoli is tender, about 6 minutes.
Reduce heat to low. Stir in milk, salt and pepper; heat through but do not boil. Sprinkle each serving with cheese.