DELICIOUS Cheddar Corn Chowder

I got this recipe from my sister-in-law. My kids LOVE LOVE LOVE this soup! It is excellent served with warm biscuits.

8 oz chopped bacon
1/4 c olive oil
4-5 c chopped yellow onion (approx 3 LARGE onions)
4 Tbls unsalted butter
1/2 c flour
2 tsp salt (sea salt is best)
1 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp turmeric
12 c chicken stock (7 14 oz. cans swanson chicken broth)
6 c diced peeled potatoes
10 c frozen corn (3 lbs)
2 c half and half
1/2 lb sharp white cheddar cheese

In large stock pot on medium-high heat, cook the bacon and olive oil until the bacon is crisp. (about 5 minutes) Remove bacon with slotted spoon and reserve. Reduce heat to medium and add onions and butter to fat and cook for 10 minutes or until onions are translucent. Stir in flour, salt, pepper and turmeric. Cook for 3 minutes.

Add chicken broth and potatoes, bring to a boil and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Add corn, then half and half, and then cheese. Cook until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Garnish with bacon or you can stir in all of the bacon with the soup and serve. ENJOY!!