Creamy Crab & Corn Chowder Recipe: Cozy Comfort in a Bowl - The Pass and Provisions

Ingredients

• 1 lb lump crab meat (fresh or canned)
• 2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
• 1 medium russet potato, peeled & diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 cups seafood or chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for spice)
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for thickening, optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• ¼ cup crispy bacon bits (optional, for garnish)