Fry bacon and drain (reserve 1/4 cup drippings). Set aside. Sauté onion in bacon drippings. Set aside. Cook potatoes, drain (reserve 2 cup potato water).
,p>Combine bacon, onion, potatoes, 2 cup potato water, cream style corn, evaporated milk, salt and garlic powder. Heat to low simmer, then add cheese carefully. Servings: 4 to 6