Frank 'n' Corn Chowder Recipe

Name: Frank 'n' Corn Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 slices bacon, diced (optional); 6 hot dogs, diagonally sliced (Ball Park Smoked White Turkey Franks are best); 2 tablespoons butter, and or 2 tablespoons olive oil; 6 cups chicken broth; 4 cups peeled and diced potatoes; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 -2 garlic clove, minced; 1 (15 ounce) can evaporated milk; 2 -2 ½ cups frozen corn, thawed; 1 teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon dried basil

Servings: persons

3 slices bacon, diced (optional)
6 hot dogs, diagonally sliced (Ball Park Smoked White Turkey Franks are best)
2 tablespoons butter, and or 2 tablespoons olive oil
6 cups chicken broth
4 cups peeled and diced potatoes
1 large onion, chopped
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
1 (15 ounce) can evaporated milk
2 -2 ½ cups frozen corn, thawed
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon dried basil

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Saute bacon (if using) until crisp; remove from pan to a paper towel lined plate and set aside.
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Discard bacon grease and wipe pan clean.
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Saute hot dogs in 1 tablespoon of the butter and/or oil until lightly browned.
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Remove from pan to a paper towel lined plate and set aside.
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In the same pan, add the remaining butter and/or oil and saute the onion until softened.
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Durning the last minute of cooking the onions, add the minced garlic and cook for one minute more.
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In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, heat chicken broth and add potatoes, and cook until potatoes are tender.
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Add the remaining ingredients and simmer until heated through.
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Do not let it boil.
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Serve with some warm garlic bread or Texas toast.

1073

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

129

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 slices bacon, diced (optional), 6 hot dogs, diagonally sliced (Ball Park Smoked White Turkey Franks are best), 2 tablespoons butter, and or 2 tablespoons olive oil, 6 cups chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Frank 'n' 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Frank 'n' Corn Chowder

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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