4 thick-cut bacon slices, diced
1 sweet onion (like Vidalia or Walla Walla)
1 red bell pepper, diced
2 cups diced sweet potato
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 (15 oz) can corn, drained
3½ cups chicken broth
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon dried marjoram
1 cup heavy cream (or half and half for less calories)
2 green onions, chopped
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste