INGREDIENTS
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8 slices bacon, chopped
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1 large onion, chopped
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1 red bell pepper, diced
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1 orange bell pepper, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 Tbsp butter
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1/3 cup flour
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1 tsp salt, plus more to taste
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1/2 tsp freshly-ground black pepper, plus more to taste
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1 tsp ground cumin
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8 cups chicken broth
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4 cups starchy potatoes (Russet or all purpose), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
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1 lb frozen corn kernels
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1 cup half-and-half
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1/2 cup grated Pepper Jack or cheddar cheese, for serving
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1/2 cup fresh chopped cilantro, for serving