Chunky Bacon and Potato Soup

[Darling SilverDodger]

Chunky Bacon and Potato Soup

INGREDIENTS
3 slices Bob Evans or Owens® Bacon, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 small leek, white part only, diced
1 (20 ounce) package Bob Evans or Owens® Diced Seasoned Home Fries
2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
2 cups whole milk
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 teaspoon parsley flakes
DIRECTIONS
In large saucepan over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp. Remove and set aside. In bacon drippings, saute leeks until softened, about 3 minutes.
Add potatoes and chicken broth. Cover and bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Lightly mash with a potato masher. Add milk, corn, parsley and reserved bacon. Heat until hot, about 5 minutes. Refrigerate leftovers.