Quick Corn Chowder

Name: Quick Corn Chowder
Ingredients: 1 bacon strip, diced; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth; 2 cups water; 2 large potatoes, peeled and diced; 1 can (15 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained; 1 cup milk, divided; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; Chopped fresh parsley, optional

11 ingredients

2 steps

Ingredients

1 bacon strip, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
2 cups water
2 large potatoes, peeled and diced
1 can (15 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 cup milk, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Chopped fresh parsley, optional

Directions

1

In a large saucepan, cook bacon until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towel to drain. Saute onion in drippings until tender. Add the broth, water and potatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
2

Stir in the corn, 3/4 cup of milk, salt and pepper. Combine flour and remaining milk until smooth; gradually add to soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Garnish with bacon and parsley if desired.