Simple and Easy Autumn Corn Chowder
I went to Whole Foods Market and was shocked to find out a pint of ready made Corn Chowder was going for $9.99. I said to myself, I feel like having Chowder, but let me whip up a recipe my way and for way less. Costs: Cubed Pancetta Bacon $3.49 1- 3 lbs Russet Potatoes - using 2 potatoes $2.49 - actual cost $.83 1 large onion $.59 1 can yellow corn $.89 TOTAL COST: $5.80 In house ingredients buttermilk wheat flour 1 can chicken broth 3 tablespoon butter 1 onion, chopped 2 celery stalks , with leaves, chopped 4 cups fresh corn (6 ears-but frozen is okay in a pinch) -2 cups pureed til smooth and 2 cups left whole 3 cups chicken stock 2 potatoes cubed 1 cup heavy cream (or substitute buttermilk) Melt butter and saute onion and celery. Sprinkle with flour and heat, stirring, until bubbly. Stir in pureed corn and stock, bring to a boi...