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    Corn Chowder

    Sweet corn and potatoes simmer in a rich, creamy broth with bacon for a comforting, hearty chowder.

    ⏱ 15 minPrep time
    🔥 30 minCook time
    🍽 6Servings
    🏷 SoupCategory
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    Chowder has New England roots dating back to the 18th century, originally a fisherman’s stew, with corn chowder emerging as a beloved vegetarian variation especially popular during the summer corn harvest. It became a staple of American home cooking throughout the 19th and 20th centuries, particularly in the Northeast and Midwest.

    Sweet, creamy, and full of summer corn

    Sweet corn and potatoes simmer in a rich, creamy broth with bacon for a comforting, hearty chowder.

    Step by stepInstructions

    1. Cook the bacon in a large pot until crisp, then remove, leaving the fat.
    2. Sauté the onion in the bacon fat until softened.
    3. Add the potatoes, half the corn, and chicken broth. Simmer 15 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
    4. Blend half the soup until smooth, then return it to the pot for a creamy-chunky texture.
    5. Whisk the flour into the cream, then stir into the soup along with the remaining corn.
    6. Simmer 5-10 more minutes until thickened, and top with bacon and green onions.

    💡 Chef tips & storage

    Blending only part of the soup gives a chowder that's creamy but still has plenty of texture. Fresh summer corn gives the sweetest, best flavor, though frozen works well any time of year.

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    Recipe details

    Prep15 min
    Cook30 min
    Servings6
    CategorySoup
    PublishedAugust 12, 2026
    Emily — the cook behind My Comfort Recipes

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