**Indulge in a Hearty and Flavorful Bacon Potato and Bean Chowder**
Embrace the comforting warmth of a classic chowder infused with smoky bacon, tender potatoes, and wholesome beans. This hearty and flavorful dish is a symphony of textures and flavors, perfect for a cozy meal on a chilly day. Our collection of recipes offers a variety of options to suit your preferences, from classic to vegetarian, all promising a delightful culinary experience. Dive into the creamy goodness of our traditional bacon potato and bean chowder, or explore lighter variations such as our vegetarian potato and bean chowder or the unique smoky ham and bean chowder. Whichever recipe you choose, you'll be delighted by the harmonious blend of savory ingredients that make this chowder a true crowd-pleaser. So, grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary journey to savor the goodness of bacon potato and bean chowder.
BACON POTATO CHOWDER
This is a hearty, stick-to-your-ribs potato soup. In place of the bacon, you can substitute cubed cooked ham.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 1h10m
Yield 12-14 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels. Saute onions and celery in the drippings until tender; drain. , Place potatoes in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 20 minutes or until tender. Drain; set potatoes aside. In the same pan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Reduce heat; add onion mixture, potatoes, carrots, salt and pepper. Cook for 10 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 386 calories, Fat 20g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 782mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
POTATO, GREEN BEAN AND BACON CHOWDER
This is a thick and hearty potato soup. It really satisfies a hungry appetite on a cold day. I have prepared the soup and left in a crockpot on low for several hours.
Provided by Ms B.
Categories Chowders
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Fry bacon until crisp in large dutch oven or stock pot.
- Add onion and saute for 2 or 3 minutes.
- Pour off fat; add potatoes and water.
- Bring to boil, cover and simmer 10 to 15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in soup and sour cream.
- Gradually add milk.
- Add green beans.
- Add pepper and parsley.
- Heat to serving temperature.
- Do not boil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.2, Fat 18, SaturatedFat 8.5, Cholesterol 41.2, Sodium 517.4, Carbohydrate 20.9, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 3.4, Protein 7.3
POTATO BACON CHOWDER
This chowder is like a bacon-topped baked potato in a bowl. On cold winter days, my family is thrilled to see this meal on the table.-Jacque Manning, Burbank, South Dakota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place potatoes in a small saucepan and cover with the water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp; remove to paper towels to drain and set aside., In the same skillet, saute onion and celery in drippings until tender; drain. Add to undrained potatoes. Stir in the soup, milk, sour cream, salt and pepper. Cook over low heat for 10 minutes or until heated through (do not boil)., Crumble bacon; set aside 1/4 cup. Add remaining bacon to soup along with parsley. Sprinkle with reserved bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 calories, Fat 29g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 869mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
POTATO, BACON, AND CORN CHOWDER
A quick and delicious comfort food made with canned corn, potatoes and bacon.
Provided by Kim R.
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chowders Corn Chowder Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook the bacon pieces in a large skillet over medium heat until the fat has rendered, and the bacon is crispy, about 8 minutes. Remove the bacon, leaving the grease in the pan. Stir the carrot, celery, and bay leaf into the bacon grease; cook for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large pot over medium-low heat. Whisk in the flour, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Slowly whisk in the milk, and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Once simmering, cook for 5 minutes, whisking frequently. Add the bacon, cooked vegetables, potatoes, and corn. Return to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes more. Use additional milk as needed to to achieve desired consistency. Garnish with paprika to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.7 calories, Carbohydrate 35.6 g, Cholesterol 27.6 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 11.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 475.3 mg, Sugar 9.1 g
BACON, POTATO AND BEAN CHOWDER
Make and share this Bacon, Potato and Bean Chowder recipe from Food.com.
Provided by katew
Categories Chowders
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oil in large pot.
- Cook bacon, onion and garlic for 3 minutes.
- Add potatoes, cook further 5 minutes.
- Stir in can of three bean mix and stock.
- Bring to the boil, reduce heat and simmer till potatoes are tender.
- Season and stir in cream.
SLOW COOKER NORTHERN WHITE BEAN BACON CHOWDER
This very savory chowder derives it's flavors from a variety of vegetables, Northern white beans, bacon and seasonings all pureed together in a chicken broth base. Best served with herb toast. I use reduced sodium chicken broth.
Provided by CORWYNN DARKHOLME
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chowders
Time 10h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place beans in a large bowl with the water, cover, and soak overnight.
- In a large skillet over medium to medium high heat, fry the bacon until crispy. Drain the bacon fat and crumble the bacon; set aside.
- In a slow cooker, combine the carrot, celery, onion, potato, Italian- style seasoning, ground black pepper, reserved beans and crumbled bacon. Pour the broth over all.
- Cover and cook on low setting for 7 1/2 to 9 hours, or until beans are crisp to tender.
- Transfer 2 cups at a time to a blender or food processor and puree until smooth. Return all to slow cooker, add the milk, cover and heat on high for about 10 to 15 minutes, or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.5 calories, Carbohydrate 34.2 g, Cholesterol 25.7 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 8.9 g, Protein 17.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 365 mg, Sugar 4.2 g
Tips:
- Use good quality bacon: The better the bacon, the better the chowder. Look for bacon that is thick-cut and has a good amount of marbling.
- Don't overcook the bacon: You want the bacon to be crispy, but not burnt. Cook it over medium heat until it is just browned and then remove it from the pan.
- Use a variety of beans: This will give the chowder a more complex flavor. Some good options include navy beans, black beans, and kidney beans.
- Don't be afraid to add vegetables: Vegetables will add nutrients and flavor to the chowder. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes.
- Season the chowder to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a bit of hot sauce if you like.
- Serve the chowder hot: Chowder is best served hot, so make sure to reheat it before serving if you have made it ahead of time.
Conclusion:
Bacon, potato, and bean chowder is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious chowder that your family and friends will love.
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