Loaded Broccoli Cheese & Bacon Soup

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 6 slices of bacon, sliced 1/4-ish” thick pieces
• 15 small potatoes, 1/2″ cubes
• 6 cups chopped broccoli – stalk & all
• 1 medium yellow onion, sliced thin
• 3 cups water (or stock, if desired)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 teaspoon dried mustard
• 1 cup cheese (for topping) We like extra sharp white cheddar :)

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