INGREDIENTS
8
ears fresh sweet yellow corn (, husked and silks removed and kernels cut from cob)
3 tbsp
butter
5
slices bacon (, cut into 1/4 to 1/2-inch pieces)
1
medium yellow onion chopped ((1 1/2 cups))
1/4 cup
all-purpose flour
1 clove
garlic (, minced)
5 cups
water
1 lb
Yukon Gold potatoes (, cut into 1/2-inch pieces)
1/2 tsp
dried thyme
1
bay leaf
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup
half and half
1 tbsp
honey
2 tbsp
chopped fresh chives
Shredded cheddar cheese (, for serving (optional))