Broccoli Potato Soup

Name: Broccoli Potato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 2 cans (14.5-ounce of low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth); 2-3 large (diced carrots); 4 medium (peeled and cubed potatoes); 2 small heads of finely chopped broccoli; 1 tsp of onion powder; ⅓ cup of all-purpose flour; 3 tbsp of unsalted butter; 3½ cups of milk (extra as required); 1 tsp of salt; 4 cups of shredded cheddar cheese (extra for garnish (optional)); ½ tsp of garlic pepper; 6 cooked and chopped bacon slices