potatoes diced

In a 4-quart saucepan on medium-high heat add potatoes, cover with water (about 3-4 cups) and allow to fully cook. Add milk, chicken cubes, onions, parsley, garlic basil, salt, pepper, hour sauce and 1 piece of bacon. Mix well. Quickly add flour mixing until no lumps appear and mixture thickens. Reduce heat to low cover and allow to cook for 10 minutes occasionally stirring. Add cheese, mix until melted.
Dice remaining bacon for soup garnish. Add soup to serving bowls and garnish tops with cheese