Corn Chowder with Bacon, Leeks and Potatoes
Ingredients:
- 4 strips turkey bacon, diced
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 6 cups (about 5 medium) washed, trimmed, halved, sliced leeks (white and green parts)
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 3 cups (about 1 1/2 lbs) diced red potatoes
- 2 - 12 oz. can NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk
- 2 cups water
- 4 tsp MAGGI Instant Chicken Flavor Bouillon
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 Tbsp water
- 2 tsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole-kernel corn
Preparation:
Place bacon and oil in stockpot. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, for 2 to 4 minutes or until bacon is crisp. Add leeks and wine; cook, stirring occasionally, for 4 to 6 minutes or until leeks are tender.
Add potatoes, evaporated milk, 2 cups water, bouillon and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 to 18 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
Mix 1 Tbsp water and flour in small bowl. Add corn and flour mixture to stockpot; cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes.
Place about 3 cups soup in blender; cover. Carefully blend until smooth. Return blended soup to stockpot; stir.
Servings: 4Source:
Submitted by: Recipe Group Member
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