Shrimp and Corn Chowder Recipe

Ingredients

• 6 slices bacon, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 1 cup finely chopped sweet onion (from 1 [8oz.] onion)
• ½ cup finely chopped green bell pepper (from 1[5 oz.] pepper)
• 2 celery stalks, finely chopped (about 1/2 cup)
• 1 tablespoon garlic, minced (from 3 cloves)
• 1 lb. gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-in. cubes (about 3 cups)
• 4 cups seafood or chicken stock
• 3 cups frozen corn kernels, thawed, divided (from 1 [16 oz.] bag)
• 2 cups heavy whipping cream, divided
• 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 6 tablespoons all purpose flour
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1 lb. small fresh or thawed frozen shrimp,peeled and deveined, tails removed
• ½ cup sliced scallions (from 1 small bunch), plus more for garnish
• hot sauce (optional)