AUTUMN CHOWDER ~ DELICIOUS

Autumn Chowder ~ Delicious image

Provided by Cassie *

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 lb thick, smoked bacon, cut into about 1/2 - 1 inch pieces
1 large onion, chopped
2 - 3 bay leaves
1 1/2 lb baby yukon gold potatoes, sliced 1/4 inch thick ~ i leave the skin on mine, then cut each slice into 4ths
1 - 2 medium sweet potatoes - peeled and cubed 1/4 inch
40 oz chicken broth or enough to cover the potatoes
salt & pepper to taste
a couple pinches, nutmeg & dried thyme
1 Tbsp brown sugar
1 1/2 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped or can use dried
1/2 c green onion, sliced
24 oz frozen sweet corn, thawed and cooked slightly, then drained
1 c each - evaporated milk & heavy cream or half n half

Steps:

1. Prepare potatoes, and place in cold water until ready to use.
2. In a large stock pot, over medium heat, brown bacon, but not crispy.
3. Add chopped onion, bay leaves and cook until soft, but not brown. Drain off most of the bacon fat. Leave some.
4. Add potatoes to the pot and stir to combine with onion and bacon.
5. Pour enough chicken stock to cover potatoes and bring to a simmer. Continue simmering until potatoes are fork tender.
6. In a small dish get seasonings ready - salt, pepper, thyme, nutmeg, brown sugar, parsley and green onions.
7. Once potatoes are tender add the blend of seasonings and corn. Stir to combine. Now, pour in the cream & evaporated milk.
8. Continue cooking until all is heated through....ladle out into bowls and enjoy the deliciousness.