Loaded Broccoli Potato Soup

Ingredients:

• 2 – 14.5 oz. cans chicken broth

• 2-3 large carrots, peeled and diced

• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed into small pieces

• 1 tsp. onion powder

• 2 small heads of broccoli (washed and diced small)

• 3 Tbsp. butter

• ⅓ cup flour

• 3½ – 4 cups milk

• 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese

• 1 tsp. salt

• ½ tsp. garlic pepper

• 6 slices bacon, cooked and chopped