Hearty Bacon and Cheddar Corn Chowder

Ingredients

- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 slices bacon, diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon mixed seasonings (e.g., thyme, rosemary)
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric

Instructions

1. Heat the Olive Oil:
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.

2. Cook the Bacon:
Add the diced bacon and cook until crisp, about 5 minutes. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside.

3. Sauté the Onions:
In the same pot, add the chopped onion and cook until softened and slightly translucent, about 4 minutes.

4. Make the Roux:
Stir in the butter and let it melt. Sprinkle the flour over the onions and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.

5. Season and Add Stock:
Stir in the mixed seasonings, salt, pepper, and turmeric. Gradually whisk in the chicken stock until smooth and well combined.

6. Cook the Potatoes:
Add the diced potatoes to the pot. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.

7. Incorporate Corn and Half-and-Half:
Stir in the frozen corn and half-and-half. Continue to cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.

8. Final Touch:
Add the shredded cheddar cheese and cooked bacon, stirring until the cheese has melted and is evenly distributed.

9. Adjust Seasonings:
Taste the chowder and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

10. Serve:
Ladle the chowder into bowls and serve warm.

Total Time

PT45M
45 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

corn chowder, bacon chowder, cheddar corn soup, comfort food dinner, easy stove-top meal, creamy potato soup, quick dinner recipe, warm winter dish, family-friendly meals, one-pot chowder

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total Calories: 2,100

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