Healthier Veggie & Bacon Chowder
Servings 4
Calories 517kcal
Ingredients
- 8 slices bacon
- 1/2 medium onion
- 2 clove garlic
- 3 cup chicken broth, low-sodium
- 3 medium russet potato peeled and diced into small cubes
- 4 medium carrot peeled and sliced
- 2 cup milk
- 2 cup corn, frozen
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, ground
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon flour white whole wheat or all purpose
- parsley optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Following package directions, cook bacon in a large pot until crisp. Remove and place onto a plate that has been covered with paper towels. Drain the bacon grease from the pot but do not wash.
- Dice onion, mince garlic, and add to the pot over medium heat. Add the carrots, and cook 3-4 minutes until softened, stirring occasionally.
- Add chicken broth and diced potatoes to pot as well. Cover and bring to boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add milk, and corn and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- In a small bowl, toss cheese with flour then set aside.
- Remove pot from burner and stir in cheese mixture and salt to taste; mix well.
- Ladle chowder into bowls and sprinkle with crumbled bacon and optional parsley.
Nutrition
Calories: 517kcal | Carbohydrates: 89g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 1439mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 36g