Corn and Red Potato Chowder with Bacon

Name: Corn and Red Potato Chowder with Bacon
Ingredients: 6 cups chicken broth, store-bought or homemade; 5 medium ears corn, kernels removed (about 4 cups) and cobs reserved; 1 1/2 pounds red potatoes, diced (about 4 cups); 4 slices bacon, finely chopped; 1 medium sweet onion, diced; 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, cut into 4 pieces; 1/4 cup white whole wheat flour (milled from white wheat grains); 4 cups milk; 1 medium red bell pepper, diced; 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped; Salt and pepper