Cheesy Vegetable Chowder

Well obviously that groundhog did not know what he was talking about because ever since his prediction our mild winter has turned into snowmaggedon.  Perfect for a big bowl of hearty vegetable chowder and some homemade bread.  This chowder comes together in about 45 minutes and makes enough for lunch the next day too.

4 potatoes, peeled and diced
1 bunch of broccoli, chopped
2 carrots, peeled and diced
3 c. chicken broth
3 c. milk
3 T. butter
1/3 c. flour
3 c. milk
1 c. grated/shredded cheese of your choice-I used Gouda
1/2 t. onion powder
6 slices of bacon
Put the potatoes, carrots and chicken broth in a Dutch oven and bring to a boil.  Cover and simmer 10 minutes.  Uncover, add the broccoli and simmer for another 10 minutes.  In a skillet cook the bacon and then slice up.  In a saucepan melt the butter, whisk in the flour then the milk.  Whisk on medium high for about 5 minutes, add the cheese and whisk until it thickens.  Add to the Dutch oven with the vegetables and broth.  Add bacon and serve.