Description
This creamy corn chowder recipe delivers a hearty, comforting soup with sweet corn kernels in a rich, velvety base. It is a perfect dish for cozying up on a cool day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 slices bacon, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups milk (whole or 2%)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the pot.
- Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté until the vegetables soften, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the broth, ensuring no lumps form. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
- Add the corn kernels to the pot. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- In a separate small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the milk and heavy cream until combined and warm. Do not boil.
- Pour the warm milk mixture into the chowder, stirring constantly until well combined and slightly thickened.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with the reserved crispy bacon and fresh parsley or chives, if desired.
Notes
- For a smoother chowder, you can blend a portion of the soup before adding the milk and cream.
- Adjust the consistency by adding more broth or milk if desired.
- This chowder stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg