Creamy Corn Chowder Bacon (Ready-to-Print Version)
Smoky bacon, sweet corn, and hearty potatoes meld in a delightfully creamy chowder, perfect for cozy days.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
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1 medium yellow onion, small diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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3 medium red potatoes, small diced (about 2 cups)
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3 cups frozen whole kernel corn
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4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1 cup heavy cream
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
→ To Finish
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Select the Brown or Sauté setting on the multi-cooker. Once heated, add chopped bacon and cook for about 6 minutes until crisp. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and let drain on paper towels.
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Add diced onion to the rendered bacon fat in the pot. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Return cooked bacon to the pot. Add diced potatoes, frozen corn, vegetable broth, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine, ensuring potatoes are submerged in liquid.
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Secure the multi-cooker lid and set to high pressure for 10 minutes. After the cycle, carefully release pressure according to manufacturer’s instructions and remove the lid.
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Pour in heavy cream and sprinkle flour over the soup. Stir constantly for 2 to 3 minutes as the chowder thickens and becomes velvety.
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Ladle hot chowder into bowls and top each serving with a generous spoonful of chopped fresh chives.
# Handy Tips:
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Corn chowder develops even more flavor when made ahead and chilled overnight. Store up to 3 days in the refrigerator for optimal taste.
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For best results, dice potatoes evenly so they cook uniformly and retain their texture.
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Cook bacon over moderate heat to render maximum flavor and crispness.
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If a gluten-free version is preferred, substitute the flour with a cornstarch slurry.