Thursday, January 14, 2010

Spud and Corn Chowder

4 slices bacon, chopped
1 can (14 oz.) fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
1-1/4 lb. baking potatoes (about 3), peeled, cubed
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen corn, thawed, drained
2 stalks celery, sliced
1/2 cup chopped onions
1/2 cup melted butter
2 Tbsp. flour
2 cups milk


COOK bacon in large saucepan until crisp. Remove bacon from pan; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings from pan.
ADD broth and vegetables to saucepan. Bring to boil; simmer on low heat 15 min. or until potatoes are tender.

MIX melted butter and flour in medium bowl. Stir in milk. Add to potato mixture; cook 3 to 5 min. or until heated through, stirring constantly.

Sprinkle individual servings with additional chopped cooked bacon, shredded cheese and/or chopped fresh parsley.

1 comment:

Ann Stephens said...

And I just stocked up on potatoes today. Can't wait to try this out.