Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with Gramma Brown's Corn Chowder, a comforting and flavorful dish that embodies the essence of classic American comfort food. This creamy and savory chowder is a symphony of fresh corn, tender potatoes, smoky bacon, and a medley of aromatic vegetables, all simmered in a rich and flavorful broth. Gramma Brown's recipe collection unveils two variations of this beloved dish: a traditional version that captures the timeless flavors of corn chowder and a unique vegetarian rendition that caters to diverse dietary preferences without compromising on taste. Both recipes promise an explosion of flavors and textures that will warm your soul and leave you craving more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
OLD FASHIONED POTATO CORN CHOWDER
This thick and creamy potato corn chowder is a classic, hearty soup that can be easily made with ingredients on hand.
Provided by Sara Garska
Categories Soup
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, cook the bacon and onion, until the bacon is browned and the onion is tender.
- Add the water, potatoes, and corn and cook at a simmer until the potatoes are tender (about 20 minutes).
- Stir in milk, butter, pepper, and salt.
- Bring to a gentle boil, turn off heat, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 kcal, Carbohydrate 25 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 23 mg, Sodium 1052 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 8 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving
GRANDMA'S CORN CHOWDER
My husband's grandmother used to make this chowder for him when he was a child. When we got married, she passed the recipe onto me. Enjoy!
Provided by CKINCAID1
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chowders Corn Chowder Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the bacon in a large pot over medium-high heat, and cook until crisp. Drain and crumble, reserving about 2 tablespoons drippings in the pot.
- Mix potatoes and onion into the pot with the crumbled bacon and reserved drippings. Cook and stir 5 minutes. Pour in the water, and stir in corn. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cover pot. Simmer 20 minutes, stirring frequently, until potatoes are tender.
- Warm the half-and-half in a small saucepan until it bubbles. Remove from heat before it boils, and mix into the chowder just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.2 calories, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 26.4 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 972.3 mg, Sugar 4.6 g
BETTER THAN GRANNIE'S CREAMED CORN
Steps:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, sweat the onion in butter and salt until translucent.
- In a large mixing bowl, place a paper bowl in the middle of the bowl. Resting the cob on the bowl in a vertical position remove only the tops of the kernel with a knife, using long smooth downward strokes and rotating the cob as you go. After the cob has been stripped, use the dull backside of your knife to scrape any remaining pulp and milk off the cob.
- Add the corn and pulp mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium high until the juice from the corn has tightened. Add the rosemary. Sprinkle the corn with the sugar and turmeric. Stir constantly for about 2 minutes. Sprinkle the cornmeal onto the corn, using a whisk to combine well. Add the heavy cream and cook until the corn has softened, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the rosemary. Season with freshly ground black pepper.
CHICKEN AND CORN CHOWDER
In-season corn is so sweet, it's the perfect ingredient for a creamy summer chowder. Make sure to use the back of your knife to scrape off all the starchy liquid from the cobs to get the most flavor of the naturally sweet corn in your chowder.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cut the kernels off the corn and scrape the cobs with the back of a knife to remove the liquid. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a dutch oven or other large pot over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook, stirring, until crisp, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate with a slotted spoon; remove 2 tablespoons of the drippings and set aside.
- Reduce the heat under the pot to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon butter, the chopped onion, corn and liquid, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until the onion is tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add the potatoes and chopped garlic to the pot and season with the smoked paprika and thyme; cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add the chicken broth and 1 teaspoon salt; cover and bring to a boil. Uncover and simmer until the potatoes are tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
- Smash some of the potatoes with a fork to thicken the soup. Stir in the chicken and heavy cream and cook until the chicken is warmed through, about 3 minutes.
- Heat the reserved bacon drippings in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onion and cook until browned, 3 minutes, adding the sliced garlic during the last 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon to the plate with the bacon. Divide the soup among bowls; top with the bacon, onion and garlic.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 570, Fat 37 grams, SaturatedFat 18 grams, Cholesterol 97 milligrams, Sodium 968 milligrams, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 22 grams, Sugar 10 grams
GRANDMA'S CORN CHOWDER
Make and share this Grandma's Corn Chowder recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Engelis
Categories Chowders
Time 35m
Yield 8 cups, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Saute onion and celery in butter in a large saucepan until tender.
- Stir in next 7 ingredients; cover and simmer 15 minutes.
- Add milk and half & half; cook stirring constantly, until thoroughly heated.
TURKEY CORN CHOWDER
This thick and rich turkey corn chowder uses up Thanksgiving leftovers. Every so often, my grandmother would even add chopped hard-boiled eggs to this chowder to give it a nice richness. -Susan Bickta, Kutztown, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h15m
Yield 16 servings (4 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings, reserving 1/4 cup in pan. Add celery, onion, carrot, red onion and bay leaf; cook and stir over medium-high heat until vegetables are tender, 8-10 minutes., Stir in flour until blended; gradually whisk in stock. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 2 minutes. Add soup, cream cheese, milk and cream; mix well. Stir in corn, turkey, hash browns, gravy, parsley and 3/4 cup reserved bacon; reduce heat. Cook, covered, 20 minutes, stirring occasionally., Discard bay leaf. Serve with remaining bacon and if desired, green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 289 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 603mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the right corn: Use fresh or frozen corn kernels for the best flavor. If using canned corn, drain and rinse it well before adding to the chowder.
- Cook the bacon until crispy: This will add a lot of flavor to the chowder. If you don't have bacon, you can use diced ham or sausage instead.
- Use a good quality chicken broth: This will also add a lot of flavor to the chowder. If you don't have chicken broth, you can use vegetable broth instead.
- Don't overcook the corn: Cook it just until it is tender. Otherwise, it will become mushy.
- Add the milk and cream at the end of cooking: This will help to keep the chowder from curdling.
- Season the chowder to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You may also want to add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little spice.
Conclusion:
Gramma Brown's Corn Chowder is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. With its creamy texture, smoky bacon flavor, and tender corn, this chowder is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try.
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