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In a stockpot, add in the bacon pieces and fry
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Once the bacon is crisp, remove and drain it on paper towels; set aside
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Add the onions and sauté them in the bacon grease until translucent
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Add in garlic; sauté for 30 secs
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Toss in the butter and allow it to melt
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Whisk in the flour until it’s no longer visible; about 1 min
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Pour in the chicken broth, half & half, and milk
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Bring to a simmer
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Stir in the onion and garlic powders and Italian seasoning
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Carefully add in the diced potatoes
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Lower the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 10-15 mins or until the potatoes are fork tender. Stir often.
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Taste and add salt and pepper to as needed
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Stir in the cheese, sour cream, and 3/4 of the bacon
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When the cheese melts, turn off the heat.
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Enjoy!