Corn Chowder

Name: Corn Chowder
Ingredients: 4 ears fresh corn; 4 ounces bacon, diced; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 medium onion, diced; 1 medium red pepper, diced; 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped; 1/8 teaspoon turmeric; 1 pound potatoes, preferably Yukon Gold, diced into 1/2-inch pieces; 3 cups chicken stock (or a rich vegetable stock); 2 teaspoons cornstarch, dissolved in 2 tablespoons water; 1 cup heavy cream