Corn Chowder

12 ingredients
6 steps

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb. sliced bacon, crumble
  • 3 large onions, chopped
  • 1 c. chopped celery
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 4 Tbsp. flour
  • 5 c. peeled and diced potatoes
  • 2 (17 oz.) cream-style corn
  • 2 c. half and half or milk
  • 2 (14 1/2 oz.) cans chicken broth or make your own from chicken parts
  • 2 Tbsp. butter
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • paprika and minced parsley for garnish

Directions

  1. 1
    In large heavy saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until it is crisp.
  2. 2
    Transfer to paper towel to drain.
  3. 3
    Discard all but 4 tablespoons of fat.
  4. 4
    Add onions and celery; cook until tender. Add bay leaf and stir in flour.
  5. 5
    Cook and stir for 3 minutes. Stir in potatoes and 5 cups water.
  6. 6
    Bring to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes until potatoes are cooked.

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