Corn Chowder

INGREDIENTS

• 4 ears sweet corn, husked
• 3 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
• 1/2 medium onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice (about 3/4 cup)
• 1 medium russet potato, peeled and cut into 1/3-inch dice (1 1/2 cups)
• 1 cup milk
• 1 sprig fresh thyme
• Coarse salt