CORN CHOWDER WITH GINGER & CORIANDER

Corn Chowder with Ginger & Coriander image

Provided by Daily Inspiration S

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 oz slab bacon or thick cut bacon
1 onion, coarsely chopped
1/2 tsp dried thyme, crumbled
1/2 tsp dried marjoram, crumbled
1/4 tsp mace
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
2 Tbsp fresh ginger root, peeled and finely chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, finely chopped
1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped
3 c fresh (or frozen) corn kernels, pulsed in a food processor approx. 15 seconds
3 1/2 c chicken broth
1 c heavy cream
1/3 c fresh coriander (cilantro)

Steps:

1. In a dutch oven, cook bacon over low heat, stirring occasionally until all the fat is rendered. Transfer the bacon with a slotted spoon to drain on paper towels.
2. Add onion to the bacon drippings along with the thyme, marjoram, mace, and black pepper. Cook over moderate heat, stirring often for 3-4 minutes or until onion is tender and lightly browned.
3. Add the ginger root and bell peppers - cook until tender approx. 5 minutes. Add the corn and the stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for approx. 30 minutes -- stir occassionally.
4. On low, add the cream and salt to taste. Bring to a simmer and stir in fresh coriander (cilantro).
5. Serve soup garnished with chopped bacon.