Golden Harvest Corn Chowder
This Golden Harvest Corn Chowder is a luxurious, velvety medley of tender potatoes, sweet corn, and savory bacon. It's the perfect comforting dish to warm you up on those chilly nights. With rich, creamy texture and robust flavor, it's an effortless way to capture the essence of fall in every delicious spoonful. This version has been enriched through generations, adapting traditional methods to enhance the experience of well-loved ingredients.
5
Servings
N/A
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
bacon
6 slices (fried and crumbled)
onion
1 (chopped)
potatoes
2 (peeled and cubed)
water
1/2 cup
milk
2 cups
cream-style corn
2 cans (14.75 ounces each)
whole kernel corn
1 can (15.25 ounces) (drained)
salt
1/2 teaspoon
ground black pepper
to taste
Instructions
1
Cook the bacon in a Dutch oven over medium heat until it's crisp. Carefully remove the bacon, reserving 2 tablespoons of the drippings in the pot, and set it aside to cool. Once cool, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
2
Add the chopped onion to the reserved drippings in the Dutch oven. Sauté the onion over medium heat until it becomes tender and translucent, approximately 5 minutes.
3
Introduce the cubed potatoes and water to the pot. Cover the Dutch oven with a lid and allow the mixture to simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are soft and easily pierced with a fork.
4
Pour the milk into the pot, followed by both the cream-style and whole kernel corn. Season the chowder with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your taste.
5
Stir the chowder frequently over medium heat until it is thoroughly heated. Be mindful not to allow the milk to scorch or bring the mixture to a full boil.
6
Serve the chowder hot, garnished with the crumbled bacon on top for added texture and flavor.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden Harvest Corn Chowder?
Golden Harvest Corn Chowder is a luxurious, velvety medley of tender potatoes, sweet corn, and savory bacon, perfect for chilly nights.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe is designed to yield 5 servings.
What are the main ingredients in this chowder?
The main ingredients include bacon, onion, potatoes, milk, cream-style corn, and whole kernel corn.
How many slices of bacon are needed?
The recipe calls for 6 slices of bacon.
How should the bacon be prepared?
The bacon should be fried until crisp, then crumbled into small pieces after cooling.
What should I do with the bacon drippings?
Reserve 2 tablespoons of the drippings in the Dutch oven to sauté the onion.
How do I prepare the onion?
You should use one onion that has been chopped.
How long should I sauté the onion?
Sauté the onion over medium heat for approximately 5 minutes until it is tender and translucent.
How many potatoes are required?
The recipe requires 2 potatoes.
How should the potatoes be prepared?
The potatoes should be peeled and cubed before being added to the pot.
How much water is used to cook the potatoes?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of water for simmering the potatoes.
How long do the potatoes need to simmer?
The potatoes should simmer for 15 to 20 minutes while covered.
How do I know when the potatoes are done?
The potatoes are ready when they are soft and easily pierced with a fork.
How much milk is added to the chowder?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of milk.
What type of corn is used in this recipe?
The recipe uses both cream-style corn and whole kernel corn.
How much cream-style corn is needed?
You will need two 14.75-ounce cans of cream-style corn.
How much whole kernel corn is needed?
The recipe uses one 15.25-ounce can of whole kernel corn.
Should the whole kernel corn be drained?
Yes, the whole kernel corn should be drained before being added to the chowder.
What seasonings are used?
The chowder is seasoned with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and ground black pepper to taste.
What is the final step before serving?
Stir the chowder frequently over medium heat until it is thoroughly heated without letting it boil.
Why shouldn't the mixture come to a full boil?
Boiling can cause the milk to scorch or the texture of the chowder to break.
How is the chowder garnished?
The chowder is garnished with the reserved crumbled bacon for added texture and flavor.
What equipment is recommended for this recipe?
A Dutch oven is recommended for cooking this chowder.
Is this recipe considered a one-pot meal?
Yes, this is a one-pot meal where all main cooking happens in the Dutch oven.
What is the total ingredient count?
There are 9 ingredients listed in this recipe.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include corn chowder, creamy soup, hearty soup, comfort food, and fall recipes.
Is this recipe suitable for family meals?
Yes, it is tagged as a family meal and an easy dinner option.
Can I adjust the black pepper?
Yes, the recipe suggests adding ground black pepper to your taste.
What is the texture of the Golden Harvest Corn Chowder?
The chowder has a rich, creamy, and velvety texture.
How should I serve the chowder?
Serve the chowder hot and garnish with the crispy bacon on top.