What dish is more befitting on a cold and blustery day than a comforting bowl of soup, stew or chowder with some warm biscuits served on the side?
I tried this recipe years ago and ended up with what looked like corn floating in milk. It was all my bad, as I obviously didn’t allow the milk to thicken enough. It’s a tasty chowder and I’ve added a few flavorful, hearty and healthy modifications. Note: The original recipe calls for whole milk. I used 2% low fat and this will result in a less “thick” chowder.
Serve it with the Cheddar Cheese Biscuits…they’re perfect together! If you make the Cheddar Cheese Biscuits to accompany this chowder, grate some extra to toss on top of the soup with the thyme. It’s a nice, tasty touch.
Serves 4
3 bacon slices, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
2 cups (or more) whole milk (I used 2% low fat milk)
1 15-ounce can sweet creamed corn (low sodium)
1 cup fresh or frozen sweet corn kernels
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme OR 1 teaspoon dried
Chopped fresh thyme to sprinkle on soup before serving
Cook bacon in a heavy large saucepan over medium heat until fat is rendered and bacon is golden, about 3 minutes. Add onion and cook until tender, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes. Add potatoes and bell pepper and sauté 1-2 minutes. Add 2 cups of milk and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender and soup thickens slightly, stirring occasionally, about 15-18 minutes.
Add creamed corn, corn kernels and 1 tablespoon thyme to soup and simmer until heated through. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Sprinkle with thyme and a toss of grated sharp cheddar cheese (optional) and serve!
Rich says
That looks like a fantastic version of corn chowder! Not to mention a perfect cold-weather dish. I’ll have to give this a shot along with the biscuits. (And I’ll probably use the whole milk; you only live once, right?)
Cristina - Teenie Cakes says
LOL! You’re right Rich…we only live once. I’m going to give a try with the whole milk too, the next time I make it 🙂
lululu says
such a beautiful soup. creamy, filling and tasty!
Lisa Orgler says
What a fabulous site and beautiful photos! I found you through Foodbuzz.
Georgia @ Comfort of Cooking says
Wow, yummy! That looks so elegant but hearty! I tried a potato soup once, but it didn’t look nearly as nice as that!
Jeanne says
This sounds so good right about now. It’s freezing outside!
Cristie says
What a delicious looking soup, perfect for a cold January evening.
pegasuslegend says
wow thats one heck of a mouth watery picture of soup, makes me diffinitely want to eat this right now!!!