Cheddar Soup with Crispy Tortilla Crunch

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3 tablespoons butter

1 medium onion, finely chopped

2 to 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped

1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped

1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and very thinly sliced

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

6 cups chicken stock

2 cups cream

6 cups grated good quality Cheddar

Salt and pepper

1 tablespoon chili powder, a palm full

1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin, 1/2 a palm full

4 cups lightly crushed tortilla chips, blue or yellow corn

2 cups store bought chunky style salsa, any brand or variety