c("Cook bacon in heavy large saucepan over medium heat until fat is   rendered, about 3 minutes.", "Add onion and cook until tender, stirring occasionally, for about 8 minutes.", "Add potato and bell pepper and saute 1  minute.", "Add 2 cups of milk and bring to a boil.", "Reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender and soup thickens slightly, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.", "Add creamed corn, fresh or frozen corn kernels, and 1 tablespoon thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme) to soup.", 
"Simmer until heated through.", "Season to taste with   salt and pepper If soup is too thick, thin with additional milk.")