I am so excited that today is the last day of winter! So what better way to end winter and welcome in Spring, than with a big pot of chowder! I went to the grocery yesterday and they had the most gorgeous fresh corn so I created my version of Creamy Corn Chowder. Best part is that it is hearty enough for guys to get full eating and it all can be prepared in 1 pot! If you want to prepare it and walk away for a while use your slow cooker. Just add the milk during the last 30 minutes before serving.
Sweet Corn Chowder
4 ears of fresh corn, remove kernels
1 onion, chopped fine
2 celery stalks, chopped fine
olive oil or butter
1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped fine
2 cans creamed corn
4 cups chicken stock
2 cups half and half
2 cups ham, cubed
In a stockpot, sauté onion and celery in olive oil or butter. Cook till tender and onions are translucent. Add in bell peppers, corn, creamed corn, ham and chicken stock. Bring to a simmer. Allow to simmer for 30 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste. Once soup has simmered reduce heat and add half and half. Cook for 10 more minutes and then serve.
