Fresh Corn Chowder - Oryana

Ingredients

• 2 slices bacon, chopped
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 1 stalk celery, diced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 lb red potatoes, diced
• 5 cups chicken broth
• 3 cups corn (from about 6 ears)
• 1 1/2 cups half and half
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped