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sweet corn chowder

(1 rating)
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Blue Ribbon Recipe by
Brendan Zugibe
@Chef_BZ
Finger Lakes, NY

When corn is in season there are many fabulous ways to enjoy this versatile vegetable. And when you want an easy but hearty and satisfying meal to make midweek, this one is an incredible go-to recipe to fill the whole family.

Blue Ribbon Recipe

Sweet fresh corn, smoky bacon, and spicy red pepper flakes make this corn chowder extremely flavorful. It's also filled with chunks of potatoes, onions, and bell pepper. We served it with a toasted baguette that soaked up the creamy broth. When fresh corn is available, it's a must-make comfort food.

— The Test Kitchen @kitchencrew
(1 rating)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 50 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For sweet corn chowder

  • 4
    ears fresh corn, husked
  • 6 slice
    bacon, chopped
  • 2 Tbsp
    butter
  • 1 md
    red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 md
    onion, chopped
  • 1 tsp
    crushed red pepper
  • 1 tsp
    ground nutmeg
  • 2 lg
    potatoes, diced to 1/2" pieces
  • salt, to taste
  • black pepper, to taste
  • 4 c
    chicken stock
  • 2 tsp
    corn starch
  • 2 Tbsp
    warm water
  • 1 c
    heavy cream

How To Make sweet corn chowder

  • Using a large knife, slice the corn kernels from the ear and place into a medium bowl.
    1
    Using a large knife, slice the corn kernels from the ear and place into a medium bowl. Using the back of the knife, firmly press against the ear to get as much of the meat of the corn into the bowl.
  • Cook the bacon. Add butter, red pepper, and onion. Saute until the onions are soft.
    2
    In a large stockpot, set on medium heat, cook the bacon pieces until firm. To the same pot add butter, red pepper, and onion. Saute until the onions are soft.
  • Add corn, crushed red pepper, nutmeg, potatoes, salt, pepper, and chicken stock.
    3
    Add the contents of the corn bowl, crushed red pepper, nutmeg, potatoes, salt, pepper, and chicken stock. Cover the pot and bring the contents to a slight boil. Cook for 15-20 minutes.
  • Mix the corn starch with warm water and add to pot.
    4
    Mix the corn starch with 2 Tbsp warm water in a glass cup or other small vessel. Add to the pot and stir.
  • Add the cream and simmer.
    5
    Next, add the cream to the chowder. Stir, cover, and turn off the heat source. Let chowder sit for 15-20 minutes before serving.
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