Fresh Corn Chowder

Directions

1. 1
   Cut corn off cob.
2. 2
   In saucepan, combine corn, onion, 1/2 cup water and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
3. 3
   Bring to a boil.
4. 4
   Reduce heat.
5. 5
   Cover and simmer about 15 minutes or until corn is barely done; stir occasionally.
6. 6
   Stir in 3 1/2 cups milk, butter, salt and pepper, combining remaining milk and flour mixture to corn.
7. 7
   Cook and stir until thick and bubbly.
8. 8
   Slowly stir in about 1 cup of the hot mixture into beaten egg.
9. 9
   Return to hot mixture in saucepan.
10. 10
    Cook over low heat 2 more minutes.
11. 11
    Stir.
12. 12
    Do not boil.
13. 13
    Serves 6.