Corn and Potato Chowder Recipe

Potato Chowder Directions

Combine in a large saucepan the potatoes and chicken broth.
Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, takes about 15 minutes.
In the meantime melt the butter in a skillet.
Add the onions and celery. Sauté until vegetables are tender.
Add the flour and the salt and pepper, stir to make a paste. Slowly add the half and half and cook over medium heat until chowder mixture is heated through and starts to boil and thickens.
Pour flour mixture into saucepan with potatoes when they are tender. Crumble the bacon and add to saucepan.
Stir in the cheese and corn.
Cook potato chowder over medium heat until cheese melts and mixture is heated through.

Ladle chowder into bowls and garnish with chopped chives if desired. Along with your favorite crackers, serve corn and potato chowder.

Recipe Serves: 6 – 8