QUICK CORN CHOWDER

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Quick Corn Chowder is a tasty, filling soup recommended by Diane Brewster of Highland, New York. "When my husband and I decided I'd stay home with our new baby, his salary had to be stretched pretty thin," Diane recalls. "I became an expert at preparing meals with more 'sense' than dollars!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 bacon strip, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
2 cups water
2 large potatoes, peeled and diced
1 can (15 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 cup milk, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Chopped fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook bacon until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towel to drain. Saute onion in drippings until tender. Add the broth, water and potatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender. , Stir in the corn, 3/4 cup of milk, salt and pepper. Combine flour and remaining milk until smooth; gradually add to soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Garnish with bacon and parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 520mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

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