Description
This Creamy Corn Chowder with Bacon combines sweet corn and crispy bacon for a comforting and flavorful dish that warms the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels
- 6 slices of bacon
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crispy.
- Remove the bacon and set it aside, leaving the drippings in the pot.
- Add the diced onion to the pot and cook until translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the corn kernels and chicken broth to the pot.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Use a potato masher to mash some of the corn for a creamier texture.
- Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with the crispy bacon and fresh herbs.
Notes
- Using freshly shucked corn elevates the flavor of the chowder.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: soups
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 30
Keywords: chowder, corn, bacon, creamy, comfort food