Corn Chowder

Corn Chowder

from delish.com
20 min

Our easy corn chowder recipe (with hearty potatoes and crispy bacon) is the best way to celebrate sweet summer corn all year long.

Ingredients

  • 6 slices bacon, cut into small strips
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 lb. russet potatoes, peeled, cut into small cubes
  • 4 c. low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 c. whole milk
  • 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
  • 3 c. fresh or frozen corn, defrosted and drained if frozen
  • 4 oz. shredded white cheddar (about 1 c.)
  • 1/2 c. heavy cream
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tbsp. chopped chives

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large pot over medium heat, cook bacon, stirring occasionally, until crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel lined plate. Drain all but 1 tablespoon fat.

  2. 2

    In same pot over medium-high heat, cook onion, stirring occasionally, until translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add potatoes and broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes.

  3. 3

    In a small bowl, whisk milk and flour. Stir milk mixture into potato mixture. Add corn, cheese, cream, and bacon (reserving some for topping, if desired). Bring to a boil and cook until cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes more; season with salt and pepper.

  4. 4

    Divide soup among bowls. Top with chives and reserved bacon, if using.