Corn Chowder Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 cchicken broth
- 1 ½ cmilk
- 1 cheavy cream
- 4 ccorn kernels
from 4-5 ears corn
- 4 ozbacon
- 1 largeonion)
finely diced (1 1/2 cup
- 1 largecarrot)
cut into 1/4" dice (1 cup
- 3 stalkcelery)
finely diced (1 cup
- 1 lbYukon potatoes
- 2 tspsea salt (or
- ¼ tspblack pepper
- ¼ tspcayenne pepper (or
- 2 tbspChives
Directions
How to make corn stock:
- 1
Cut the kernels from the cobs and set kernels aside for making chowder.* Place the bare cobs in a stockpot.
- 2
Add 4 cups broth, 1 1/2 cups milk, and 1 cup cream to pot. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer un-covered 20 minutes while making the chowder. Use tongs to remove and discard cobs before using corn stock in step 3.
How to make corn chowder:
- 1
Place a 5 Qt dutch oven over medium/high heat. Add chopped bacon and cook stirring occasionally until browned. Remove bacon bits with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- 2
In the same pot, add chopped onion, celery and carrot to the bacon fat and cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until onion is soft (7-8 min).
- 3
Add sliced potatoes, 4 cups corn kernels, 2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper. Pour corn stock into the pot, bring to a light boil then simmer uncovered 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste**. Ladle into bowls and garnish with reserved bacon and chopped chives.
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About this Recipe
Craving a bowl of comforting chowder that tastes like summer in every spoonful? This fresh corn chowder recipe is your answer, bringing together the season's best produce for a truly crowd-pleasing main course.
What makes this corn chowder truly special is its celebration of peak-season freshness. Loaded with sweet corn kernels picked directly from the cob, crisp celery, tender carrots, and creamy Yukon potatoes, it delivers an unparalleled depth of flavor. The addition of savory bacon renders a subtle, smoky richness that perfectly complements the natural sweetness of the corn, making this an ideal dish for entertaining on cooler summer evenings.
Prepare for a rich, creamy, and wonderfully textured chowder that will delight your senses. Each spoonful offers a harmonious blend of sweet corn, tender vegetables, and hearty potatoes, all enveloped in a savory broth enriched with milk and heavy cream. The gentle warmth of cayenne pepper provides a delicate kick that brightens the entire dish without overpowering it, while a garnish of fresh chives adds a final touch of herbaceous freshness. This chowder is designed to be a comforting yet vibrant experience, perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Customization & Variations
This versatile corn chowder can easily be adapted to your preferences. For a vegetarian option, simply omit the bacon and sauté the vegetables in a tablespoon of olive oil or butter instead. You can adjust the heat level by increasing or decreasing the amount of cayenne pepper to suit your taste. While fresh corn is ideal, in a pinch, you can use high-quality frozen corn kernels.
Serve this beautiful corn chowder as the star of your meal, perhaps alongside a crusty loaf of bread for dipping. It's the perfect centerpiece for a relaxed summer gathering or a comforting dinner on a cool evening. Garnish generously with fresh chopped chives just before serving for an extra pop of color and flavor.