Corn Chowder Recipe With Fresh Corn And Bacon
Corn chowder is a thick and creamy soup that is perfect for any occasion. It's one of those classic recipes that never gets old, and it's a great way to use up all that fresh corn that's in season right now. This recipe takes the classic corn chowder and adds a delicious twist by adding bacon into the mix. The result is a soup that is both comforting and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 6 slices of bacon
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 4 cups of fresh corn kernels (about 6 ears of corn)
- 2 cups of chicken broth
- 2 cups of whole milk
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the pot and set it aside on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Leave the bacon grease in the pot.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot with the bacon grease. Saute until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Add the corn kernels to the pot and saute for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the chicken broth, whole milk, and heavy cream to the pot. Stir to combine.
- Season the soup with salt and black pepper, and bring it to a simmer. Let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the corn is tender.
- Use an immersion blender, or transfer the soup to a blender, in batches, and blend until smooth. Be careful when blending hot soup.
- Return the soup to the pot and add the chopped bacon. Stir to combine and let it simmer for another 5 minutes or so, until heated through.
- Stir in the chopped parsley, if using.
- Serve hot with some crusty bread on the side for dipping.
Variations
There are many ways to switch up this recipe to make it your own. Here are a few ideas:
- Add some diced potatoes to the soup to bulk it up and add some extra texture.
- Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth to make it vegetarian.
- Add some chopped jalapeno peppers to the soup to give it a little kick.
- Garnish with some grated cheese, sour cream, or chopped chives.
Conclusion
This corn chowder recipe with fresh corn and bacon is the perfect way to enjoy all that fresh corn that's in season right now. It's creamy, comforting, and delicious, and it's easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a bowl of this soup on the table in no time. Try it out and see for yourself!