:: Creamy Corn Chowder ::
Have you ever had the corn chowder from Mimi’s Cafe? That soup was my inspiration behind this quick, easy, and flavorful autumn meal! {I actually haven’t been there in years… but I have fond memories of that warm, comforting dish!} This recipe is extremely easy using only a few ingredients. It can be made vegetarian, effortlessly, by omitting the bacon. It can also be made healthier by using milk in place of half & half, or heavy cream…. it’s your choice! I decided not to skimp on the creaminess… so I went with the heavy cream. {It was just one of those days!} The corn chowder turned out rich, creamy, and delicious friends! Paired with warm, crusty french bread… you have the perfect fall meal! I hope you enjoy!
Creamy Corn Chowder
2013-10-14 18:23:39
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Ingredients
- 6 slices of bacon, cut into small pieces {I used Turkey Bacon}
- 1 small white onion, chopped
- 1/8 cup water
- 2 large russet potatoes, diced
- 2 cans of creamed-style corn
- 2 cups of milk, half & half, or heavy cream {depending on your preference - I used heavy cream}
- salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large stockpot, cook bacon and onions until slightly brown. Add water, potatoes, salt & pepper. Cook until potatoes are done {starting to turn a golden brown}; add corn and milk {of choice}. Cook over medium heat until warm, approximately 15-20 minutes, but do not boil. Remove from heat and serve warm.
Notes
- *You can drain the bacon fat, if necessary, and return to the pot before adding the rest of the ingredients.
- *Store any leftovers in an airtight tupperware container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Enjoy!
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Jenny Barker says
October 16, 2013 at 12:03 PMThis looks delicious! Love a hearty corn chowder… especially with bacon! Can’t wait to try it! Thanks for sharing, Sara! Hugs…
Simply Happenstance says
October 16, 2013 at 9:33 PMI hope that you love it, Jenny! Please let me know what you think after you try it! Thanks for visiting our site! Your support means the world! You are the sweetest! xoxo
Brenda @ a farmgirl's dabbles says
October 17, 2013 at 9:48 AMI ADORE a good corn chowder. Yours looks yummy!
Simply Happenstance says
October 22, 2013 at 2:59 PMThanks Brenda…simple and yummy. We hope you try it. Perfect on a cold day. We appreciate you stopping by.
Joy says
August 7, 2014 at 12:58 AMI’m from Maui, Hawaii. We are expecting two hurricanes in the next few days so I decided to prepare some comfort food. I came across your recipe and immediately cooked it. It tastes wonderful. Just wanted to thank you for sharing it.
Mahalo,
Joy
Simply Happenstance says
August 7, 2014 at 5:53 PMOh Joy! That is so sweet of you to comment on our blog! I am so happy that you liked the recipe! My husband and I just vacationed in Maui in April. Hawaii is such an amazingly beautiful place. We will be keeping you all in our prayers. Stay safe… xo
Brenda says
November 5, 2014 at 11:08 PMHow many will it feed?
Simply Happenstance says
November 7, 2014 at 3:25 PMHi Brenda! The soup serves 4! Thanks for stopping by! š
John says
February 17, 2015 at 10:25 AMHow much water should we put in? Also, should we drain the grease from the bacon?
Simply Happenstance says
February 17, 2015 at 7:13 PMHi John! I will update the recipe right now with that info. Thanks! For the water, I would add approximately 1/8 cup. As for the bacon, I’ve only used turkey bacon… so I have never needed to drain the fat. If using the real deal… I’d drain it or blot with a paper towel before adding the rest of the ingredients. I apologize that the recipe wasn’t clear! Thanks for stopping by!
Laurie says
August 29, 2015 at 11:18 AMMy mom would make corn chowder all the time and I have been looking for a resipe for a while now so thanks L Pickens
Simply Happenstance says
September 19, 2015 at 12:12 PMThat’s fantastic, Laurie! I hope you enjoy this one! Such a perfect fall soup! xo
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