Cheddar Corn Chowder with Bacon: Ultra-Creamy - Taste Dessert

Cheddar Corn Chowder with Bacon: Ultra-Creamy - Taste Dessert

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Cheddar Corn Chowder with Bacon is the ultimate creamy winter soup. This cheesy corn chowder recipe uses smoked bacon and sharp cheddar for a rich, satisfying c

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Ingredients

  • 6 slices (approx. 170 g / 6 oz) thick-cut Smoked Bacon, diced
  • 1 Tbsp (15 mL) Unsalted Butter (optional, if bacon fat is insufficient)
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion, finely diced
  • 2 stalks Celery, finely diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup (30 g) All-Purpose Flour
  • 4 cups (950 mL) Low-Sodium Chicken or Vegetable Stock
  • 2 cups (475 mL) Whole Milk, or 2%
  • 2 medium Russet Potatoes (approx. 400 g / 14 oz), peeled and diced into ½-inch cubes
  • 1 tsp (5 g) Kosher Salt, plus more to taste
  • ½ tsp (2.5 g) Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 2 cups (approx. 300 g / 10.5 oz) Frozen or Fresh Corn Kernels
  • 1 cup (240 mL) Heavy Cream (Double Cream)
  • 8 oz (225 g) Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese, freshly grated
  • ¼ cup (15 g) Fresh Chives, finely snipped, for garnish

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