Quick and Hearty Corn Chowder - A Comforting and Delicious Soup

This quick and hearty corn chowder is the perfect meal for a cozy night in. Packed with sweet corn, potatoes, bacon, and creamy goodness, this soup is sure to warm you up and satisfy your taste buds. It's easy to make and will be ready in no time, making it a great option for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• 4 slices bacon, chopped
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups frozen corn
• 2 cups diced potatoes
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. In a large pot, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the bacon drippings in the pot.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until fragrant.
3. Stir in the frozen corn and diced potatoes, then pour in the chicken or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
4. Using an immersion blender, blend half of the soup until smooth. This will help thicken the chowder while still leaving some texture.
5. Stir in the heavy cream and cooked bacon, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
6. Serve the corn chowder hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
7. Enjoy!

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