Ingredients

• 12 slices potato bread, such as Martin's, torn in to small chunks
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded, ribbed and minced
• 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup sour cream
• 8 ounces Cheddar cheese, grated
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 6 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 cup crushed potato chips (I like Jalapeno Kettle Chips but any chips will do)
• 3 green onions, minced
• 1/2 cup jarred salsa of your choosing
• Birch beer, for serving (optional)