Roasted Corn Potato Chowder

INGREDIENTS

1 lb

bacon (Omit the bacon and add another 4 tablespoons of butter for a vegetarian version.)

2 tbsp

butter

medium sized cooking onions (peeled and cut into small cubes)

1 tbsp

minced or pressed garlic

5 tbsp

all-purpose flour

8 cups

corn stock (or chicken stock)

medium sized red potatoes (scrubbed and cut into small cubes)

carrot (peeled and cut into small cubes)

4 cups

frozen or fresh roasted corn (cut from the cob)

8 oz

cream cheese (softened to room temperature)

salt and pepper

sliced green onions and minced fresh parsley (if desired, for serving)