Bacon Potato Soup

This soup is delicious.  My husband said it was good and he doesn't really like very many soups.  I was hoping to have leftovers for dinner tomorrow night, but I should have doubled the recipe. (It only fed 2 adults and 3 small children).  Next time I will be doubling it for sure.

8 slices of bacon
5 smalls potatoes
1 med onion
1 bell pepper, optional (I used red)
3 cups water
3 bouillon cubes
2 c milk (I used 2%)
1 T cornstarch
1/4 t salt and pepper (or to taste)
1/2 to 2/3 c sour cream, depending on how creamy you want it
1/2 c cheese

Peel potatoes and cube.  Boil with 3 cups of water and the bouillon cubes 10 to 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, cook bacon until crisp.  Remove and place on paper towels.  Saute onion and bell pepper until tender.

When potatoes are soft pour half of water down sink and keep remaining in pan.  Mash potatoes slightly with fork.

Measure out milk and use a small portion to mix in cornstarch and add cornstarch milk and milk to potatoes.  Add bacon, onions, bell pepper, salt, and pepper.  Bring to boil over medium heat until thickened.  Add sour cream and cheese.  Allow cheese to melt and enjoy!