Jalapeno Corn Chowder • Kroll's Korner

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1 medium white onion, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup flour
• 2 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
• 2 cups whole milk
• 2 large Russet potatoes, washed, peeled, small dice
• 2 jalapeños, diced*
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 tsp. garlic, minced
• 1 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. pepper
• 1/8 tsp. smoked paprika
• 2 (15.25 oz. cans) yellow corn, drained (can sub with fresh or frozen)
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• garnish ideas: bacon, cheddar cheese, chives