Cheesy Corn Chowder Recipe

Name: Cheesy Corn Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 bacon slices, finely chopped; 1 large sweet onion, finely chopped; 3 large carrots, cut into 1/4-inch dice; 3 celery ribs, cut into 1/4-inch dice; 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch dice; 3/4 pound Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch dice; 3/4 pound sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch dice; 4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth; 4 cups water; 3 cups fresh corn kernels (cut from about 4 ears) or 1 1/2 pounds (24 ounces) frozen corn kernels (not thawed); 2 cups heavy cream; 8 ounces extra-sharp Cheddar, coarsely grated (3 cups); 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh basil or parsley; Finely chopped fresh chives or scallions (optional); Paprika (optional)

Servings: persons

6 bacon slices, finely chopped
1 large sweet onion, finely chopped
3 large carrots, cut into 1/4-inch dice
3 celery ribs, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch dice
3/4 pound Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch dice
3/4 pound sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch dice
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
4 cups water
3 cups fresh corn kernels (cut from about 4 ears) or 1 1/2 pounds (24 ounces) frozen corn kernels (not thawed)
2 cups heavy cream
8 ounces extra-sharp Cheddar, coarsely grated (3 cups)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh basil or parsley
Finely chopped fresh chives or scallions (optional)
Paprika (optional)

1
Cook bacon in a 6- to 8-quart heavy pot over medium heat, stirring frequently, until crisp, about 5 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a small bowl.
2
Pour off all but 2 tablespoons bacon fat. Add onion, carrots, celery, and bell pepper to pot and cook, stirring, until onion is softened, 10 to 12 minutes.
3
Add Yukon gold and sweet potatoes, broth, and water, and simmer, covered, until potatoes are just tender, about 15 minutes. Add corn and cream and simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes.
4
Remove pot from heat, then stir in cheese until melted. Season soup with salt and pepper and stir in bacon and basil. Garnish with fresh chives, scallions, or paprika (if desired).

2211

kcal

Calories

136

Fat

Carbs

158

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 bacon slices, finely chopped, 1 large sweet onion, finely chopped, 3 large carrots, cut into 1/4-inch dice, 3 celery ribs, cut into 1/4-inch dice, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Corn Chowder falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cheesy Corn Chowder

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