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Creamy Cozy Corn Chowder

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A rich, velvety corn chowder with smoky bacon and fresh veggies, perfect for cold days and quick comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 4 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1 cup whole milk (can substitute almond or oat milk for dairy-free)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional garnish: chopped chives or parsley, shredded cheddar cheese, crispy bacon bits

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat until crispy, about 6–8 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
  2. Add butter to the bacon fat, then sauté diced onions until translucent and soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add diced potatoes and corn kernels to the pot, stirring to coat with the butter-onion mixture.
  4. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir constantly for 2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste and thicken the mixture.
  5. Slowly pour in the broth while stirring to avoid lumps. Add thyme leaves. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until potatoes are tender, about 15–20 minutes.
  6. Slowly stir in the milk and heat through for about 5 minutes without boiling. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Return cooked bacon to the pot, reserving some for garnish if desired. Stir well.
  8. Ladle chowder into bowls and garnish with fresh chives, additional bacon bits, or shredded cheddar cheese.

Notes

If chowder is too thick, add more broth or milk to reach desired consistency. Do not boil after adding milk to prevent curdling. Use Yukon Gold potatoes to avoid mushiness. For a smokier flavor, add smoked paprika. Vegetarian and vegan versions are possible by omitting bacon and using plant-based milk and oils.

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Keywords: corn chowder, creamy soup, comfort food, bacon chowder, easy soup recipe, cozy soup, quick chowder

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