Fresh Corn Chowder

from Parents Magazine

Fresh Corn Chowder
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 3 slices of bacon, diced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1 32 ounce package reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups cubed frozen hash-brown potatoes
  • 3 cups fresh corn, cut from the cob
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Make It

1. In a large saucepan, cook bacon until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove from pan and set aside.

2. Discard all but 1 tablespoon drippings and add onion, pepper, and nutmeg to saucepan. Cover and cook over low heat 10 minutes, or until onion is soft. Stir in flour and cook 3 minutes more. Whisk in broth, increase heat, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Stir in potatoes and corn and cook 5 minutes more. Stir in cream and cooked bacon.

Nutrition Facts

Servings Per Recipe: 6; Amount Per Serving: cal. (kcal): 265, Fat, total (g): 12, carb. (g): 34, fiber (g): 4, pro. (g): 8, calcium (mg): 27, Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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