Hearty Bacon Corn Chowder Recipe

Name: Hearty Bacon Corn Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cups Crumbled Bacon; 1 whole Onion, Chopped; 2 whole Carrots, Chopped; 5 cups Chicken Stock; 5 whole Potatoes, Peeled And Diced; 3 cups Corn, Fresh Or Frozen; 1/4 teaspoons Turmeric; 1/2 teaspoons Dried Thyme; 1/4 cups Butter; 1-1/2 cup Milk Or Cream; 2 Tablespoons Cornstarch

Servings: persons

1
Cook bacon until crisp, remove from pan and chop well.
2
Add 2 tablespoons of the bacon grease (or vegetable oil if you are vegetarian and didn't use the bacon) to large pot. Add onions and cook until soft, add carrots and cook for 5 minutes more.
3
Stir in chicken stock then add potatoes, corn and bacon. Add turmeric and thyme. You can now add the 1/4 cup butter, but it is entirely optional.
4
Cook until potatoes and carrots have softened, then stir in milk or cream.
5
Let heat, then remove half a cup of liquid, let it cool a bit and then whisk in cornstarch. Add cornstarch mixture to chowder, stir well.
6
Allow chowder to heat for 5 minutes more, then serve.

1238

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

119

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cups Crumbled Bacon, 1 whole Onion, Chopped, 2 whole Carrots, Chopped, 5 cups Chicken Stock, and more.

Yes, Hearty Bacon 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.

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Hearty Bacon Corn Chowder

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Variations & substitutions

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