Maureen Mcgrail'S "Chicago" Corn Chowder
A creamy, smoky corn chowder with bacon, peppers, and scallions, perfect for cozy gatherings and highlighting sweet corn flavor with savory and peppery notes.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Wilt the bacon in a large pot; add butter to melt.
- Add chopped onions and wilt on low heat for 10 minutes.
- Stir in flour and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Add chicken stock and diced potatoes.
- Cook over low heat for 12 to 15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in half and half, cooked corn, pepper, and a dash of salt.
- Cook for 7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add chopped bell pepper and scallions.
- Cook for another 5 minutes.
- Serve garnished with cilantro.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
785
kcal
39% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).