1In a large pot over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crisp.
2Add butter and olive oil. Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic, then cook until softened and fragrant.
3Add the diced potatoes and stir. Sprinkle in the flour and cook for 1
R2 minutes, stirring constantly, until everything is coated.
4Slowly pour in the chicken broth while stirring. Add the heavy cream and milk, then stir in the Dijon and Worcestershire.
5Bring to a gentle simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender and the soup has thickened, about 12
R15 minutes.
6Stir in the chopped corned beef and sauerkraut. Add the ground thyme, paprika, red pepper flakes, and black pepper, then simmer.
7Lower the heat and add the Swiss and smoked Gruy
R a handful at a time, stirring until fully melted and creamy.
8Stir a little of the cooked bacon back into the soup and save the rest for topping.
9Ladle into bowls and finish with extra chopped corned beef, chopped bacon, shredded smoked Gruy
R, sliced green onions, and a light drizzle of Thousand Island.