Best Corn Chowder Gluten Free in 40 Min - My Recipe Critic

Ingredients

• 6 slices thick-cut bacon
• 1 large yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 ribs celery, sliced thin
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 5 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
• 1.5 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and 1/2 inch cubed
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock (certified GF)
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp cracked black pepper
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp cold water
• 0.25 cup fresh chives, chopped