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Classic Creamy Corn Chowder with Bacon and Potatoes

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Make this thick and creamy corn chowder using a simple one-pot method. This hearty soup recipe combines sweet corn, tender potatoes, and smoky bacon for the ultimate comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 6 slices bacon, cut into pieces
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen sweet corn kernels
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until crisp. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate. Leave about 2 tablespoons of bacon grease in the pot.
  2. Add the chopped onion and celery to the pot with the bacon grease. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the diced potatoes, salt, pepper, and thyme to the pot. Stir to combine.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and cold water until smooth to create a slurry.
  6. Stir the corn kernels into the simmering soup. Slowly whisk in the flour and water slurry. Continue to cook, stirring often, until the chowder thickens, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream. Heat through gently, but do not allow the soup to boil after adding the cream.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve the hearty soup hot, garnished with the reserved crispy bacon pieces and fresh parsley.

Notes

  • For an extra thick and creamy soup, mash about one cup of the potatoes against the side of the pot before adding the cream.
  • You can substitute frozen corn for fresh corn kernels without changing the cooking time.
  • This recipe makes a great quick weeknight soup when you need comfort food fast.

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