Creamy Herbed Bacon And Potato Soup

This summer my partner, andy, had a wonderful soup at the lion's bay inn in georgian bay. This is a very close re-creation! Yummy yummy in my tummy!

Cook bacon in a large stockpot over medium heat until crispy.

Add onion and cook 4-5 minutes , until tender.

Add salt and pepper , thyme sprigs , rosemary sprigs , nutmeg , marjoram , salt , pepper and bay leaf.

Add potatoes and garlic , and mix well with bacon and onions.

Add stock and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes , or until potatoes are tender.

Add cream.

Remove bay leaf and puree with hand blender or in food processor.

Adjust seasonings to taste.

To serve , ladle soup into bowls and top with chopped scallions or cheddar cheese if desired.

bacon, onion, salt, fresh thyme, fresh rosemary, bay leaf, nutmeg, marjoram, black pepper, white potatoes, garlic, chicken stock, cream, dried chives