Potato Corn Chowder

Potato Corn Chowder

from dinnersdishesanddesserts.com
45 min
8 servings

Potato Corn Chowder - a light and creamy corn chowder with lots of sweet corn, fresh thyme and tender potatoes. A warm and comforting soup you can make any night of the week!

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons butter
  • 1 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 sprigs fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 6 cups chicken stock
  • 12 ounce evaporated milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 large russet potato, chopped into small cubes
  • 4-5 cups frozen corn kernels
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large pot, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and thyme and saute until soft, about 8 minutes.  

  2. 2

    Add flour, and stir until is is completely mixed in.  

  3. 3

    Pour in chicken stock and bring to a boil.

  4. 4

    Add in the evaporated milk, heavy cream, and the chopped potatoes. Bring to to a boil for at least 10 minutes.  The potatoes should start to break down to help thicken the soup.

  5. 5

    Stir in corn and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 10 - 15 minutes, until the corn is soft.

  6. 6

    Serve soup garnished with bacon