Corn And Potato Chowder For Masako Recipe

Name: Corn And Potato Chowder For Masako
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 tablespoon butter; 4 slices bacon, diced; 1/2 cup onion, chopped; 1/2 medium green pepper, chopped; salt and pepper, to taste; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon flour; 2 cups chicken stock; 2 cups potatoes, peeled and diced 1/2 inch x 1/2 inch (baking or Idaho); 3/4 cup carrot, shredded; 1 cup frozen corn kernels or 1 cup fresh corn kernels; 2/3 cup half-and-half; 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 tablespoon hot pepper sauce (or to your taste); 1 tablespoon fresh Italian parsley, chopped (optional)

Servings: persons

1/2 tablespoon butter
4 slices bacon, diced
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/2 medium green pepper, chopped
salt and pepper, to taste
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon flour
2 cups chicken stock
2 cups potatoes, peeled and diced 1/2 inch x 1/2 inch (baking or Idaho)
3/4 cup carrot, shredded
1 cup frozen corn kernels or 1 cup fresh corn kernels
2/3 cup half-and-half
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 tablespoon hot pepper sauce (or to your taste)
1 tablespoon fresh Italian parsley, chopped (optional)

1
Melt butter in a soup pot over medium heat.
2
Add bacon and cook until medium crisp. Scoop out the bacon and drain on paper towel. Save for later.
3
Leave about 1 T or so of fat from the pot and add onions, peppers, garlic, salt and pepper. Cook till soft.
4
Sprinkle on the flour and mix into the vegetables. Cook for about 1-2 minutes.
5
Add the broth and potatoes. Cover the pot and bring to a boil. As soon as it comes to a boil, lower the heat heat to simmer and continue cooking for 10- 12 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
6
Add the shredded carrots and corn. Cover and simmer 5-6 minutes to blend flavors.
7
Add the half-and-half, thyme, hot pepper sauce, and saved bacon bits. Simmer additional 3-4 minutes. Check for salt and pepper and add more if desired.
8
Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 tablespoon butter, 4 slices bacon, diced, 1/2 cup onion, chopped, 1/2 medium green pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Corn And Potato Chowder For Masako 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Corn And Potato Chowder For Masako

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