Creamy Potato and Corn Chowder Recipe
- 3 slices (about 4 oounces total) thick-cut applewood-smoked bacon, chopped
- 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
- 3 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, in 1/2-inch pieces
- 5 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
- Kosher salt
- 2 cups corn kernels, fresh or thawed frozen
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup minced fresh chives
- In a Dutch oven or heavy pot over medium heat, fry the bacon until crisp, about 5 minutes.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a bowl.
- Pour off all but 1 to 2 tablespoons of the fat, if necessary, and return the pan to medium-high heat.
- Add the onion and celery and cook, stirring, until softened, about 8 minutes.
- Add the potatoes, broth, and 1 teaspoon salt; stir to mix well.
- Bring to a boil, partially cover, reduce the heat to low, and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
- Add the corn, stir, then partially cover and simmer for another 15 minutes.
- Stir in the cream, and let the soup warm over medium-low heat.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve, garnished with the bacon and chives.
bacon, yellow onion, stalks celery, gold potatoes, vegetable, kosher salt, corn kernels, heavy cream, fresh chives
Taken from www.chowhound.com/recipes/creamy-potato-corn-chowder-31564 (may not work)