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Zucchini Corn Chowder

Zucchini Corn Chowder
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Zucchini Corn Chowder is a creamy and hearty soup that captures the essence of summer with fresh zucchini and sweet corn.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 2 strips bacon, diced
  • 1 cup yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound russet potatoes, washed, peeled, diced into ½-inch cubes
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 medium zucchini, diced into ½-inch cubes (about 1 ½ cups)
  • 4 ears sweet corn, husk + silk removed, kernels cut from cob (2 ¾ cups or 2 cans corn kernels, drained)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1–2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1 teaspoon jalapeno, seeded, minced (for garnish)
  • Cayenne pepper (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a large heavy-duty bottom stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat, melt butter.
  2. Add diced bacon and cook until bacon renders its fat and begins to brown, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add onion and garlic. Cook until vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes, stirring a couple of times.
  4. Add potatoes and broth.
  5. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Decrease the heat to medium and simmer for 8-10 minutes.
  6. Add zucchini, corn, heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Simmer for an additional 8-12 minutes, or until all of the vegetables are completely tender.
  7. Finish with 1-2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  8. Remove half of the chowder, pouring it into a separate bowl. Using an immersion blender, puree the remaining chowder until smooth. Stir the other half of the chowder back into the pot.
  9. Salt and pepper to taste. Serve garnished with freshly chopped parsley, jalapeno, and a sprinkle of cayenne pepper, if desired.

Notes

  • Adjust seasoning according to your taste preferences.
  • This chowder can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze any leftovers for future meals, but the texture may change upon reheating.

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