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The Best Sweetcorn Chowder Recipe

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A comforting and hearty sweetcorn chowder made with smoky bacon, fresh vegetables, and creamy double cream. Perfect as a warming meal, this chowder combines the sweetness of corn with savory bacon and tender potatoes in a rich, flavorful broth.

Ingredients

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Meat

  • 150 g smoked streaky bacon, diced

Vegetables

  • 1 large onion (150 g), finely chopped
  • 2 medium carrots (200 g), diced
  • 2 celery stalks (100 g), diced
  • 400 g new potatoes, diced
  • 500 g sweetcorn (fresh, tinned, or frozen)

Liquids & Dairy

  • 1 litre chicken or vegetable stock
  • 200 ml double cream

Seasoning & Garnish

  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the Bacon: In a large pot over medium heat, cook the diced smoked streaky bacon until crispy. Once cooked, remove the bacon and set it aside, keeping the rendered fat in the pot for added flavor.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: Add the finely chopped onion, diced carrots, and diced celery to the pot with the bacon fat. Sauté the vegetables for about 5 minutes until they become soft and fragrant.
  3. Add Potatoes and Stock: Stir in the diced new potatoes and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Then pour in the chicken or vegetable stock. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat, and let it simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  4. Add Sweetcorn: Add the sweetcorn to the pot. If using fresh or frozen corn, cook for about 5 minutes. If using tinned sweetcorn, cook for about 3 minutes to heat through.
  5. Add Cream and Bacon: Stir in the double cream and the cooked bacon pieces. Allow the chowder to simmer for an additional 5 minutes until everything is heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve: Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve hot and enjoy this creamy, savory dish.

Notes

  • You can substitute the smoked bacon with pancetta or ham for a different smoky flavor.
  • For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and use vegetable stock and a splash of smoked paprika for added depth.
  • If you prefer a thicker chowder, mash some of the potatoes before adding the cream.
  • Fresh sweetcorn adds the best flavor, but frozen or tinned corn works well and can be more convenient.
  • Leftover chowder can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.

Keywords: sweetcorn chowder, corn soup, bacon chowder, creamy soup, autumn soup, hearty chowder

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