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Post by Domestic Goddess on Oct 12, 2005 5:53:53 GMT 10
Bacon - Corn Chowder ( Recipe by DomesticGoddess )
This is one of my favorite soups. I usually prepare a double batch.
6 slices bacon, cooked, crumbled and set aside 2 cups water 2 cups diced potatoes 1/2 cup thinly sliced carrots 1/2 cup thinly sliced celery 1/4 cup finely chopped onions 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme 1-( 14.75 ounce ) or ( 15 ounce ) can creamed corn Half of 1-( 14.75 ounce ) or ( 15 ounce ) can creamed corn
White Sauce: 1/4 cup butter 1/4 cup cornstarch 2 cups milk 1 1/2 to 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese ( I add 2 c. )
In a large soup pot, ( 12 cup capacity ). add the water, potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, salt, pepper and thyme. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 15 minutes (until vegetables are some what tender). Do not drain. Add the 1 1/2 cans of creamed corn, and bacon. Keep covered, and cook over very low heat.
Intructions to cooking the White Sauce: In a medium- size saucepan, ( over low heat ) add the butter, until melted. In a glass measuring cup, combine the milk and cornstarch; mix well. Raise the heat just abit, add the milk-cornstarch mixture. Keep stirring until it becomes somewhat thick. Add the shredded cheese; stir until completely melted. Add this to the corn chowder, stir and heat through thoroughly, but do not boil. Serves 5-6.
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