DOUBLE-CORN CHOWDER WITH CHIPOTLE AND BACON

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Double-Corn Chowder with Chipotle and Bacon image

Provided by Zanne Stewart

Categories     Soup/Stew     Milk/Cream     Blender     Onion     Pepper     Bacon     Corn     Winter     Cilantro     Hominy/Cornmeal/Masa     Simmer     Gourmet

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 pound maíz trillado (dried cracked yellow hominy corn; 1 1/3 cups), picked over and rinsed
11 cups water, divided
4 bacon slices, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large white onion, chopped
2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 large red bell pepper, chopped
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
3 cups fresh or frozen corn
1 medium or large canned chipotle chile in adobo
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Quick-soak dried corn:
  • Cover maíz trillado with water by 2 inches in a medium pot. Bring to a boil, then boil 1 minute. Remove from heat and cover, then soak 1 hour. Drain, discarding water.
  • Make chowder:
  • Return soaked corn to pot and add 8 cups fresh water and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Simmer, partially covered, until tender, about 1 hour. (Do not drain.)
  • While corn is simmering, cook bacon in a large heavy pot over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp. Transfer bacon with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain.
  • Add oil and onion to bacon fat and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened, about 10 minutes. Add garlic, bell pepper, and cumin and cook, stirring occasionally, until pepper is softened, about 8 minutes.
  • Add cooked dried corn with its cooking liquid, remaining 3 cups water, and 1 teaspoon salt, then simmer 15 minutes. Stir in fresh (or frozen) corn and simmer until just tender, about 6 minutes.
  • Transfer 2 cups chowder to a blender, then add chipotle and purée (use caution when blending hot liquids). Stir purée into chowder with cream and bacon and bring just to a simmer (do not let boil). Season with salt and pepper and serve sprinkled with cilantro.

Md. Roman
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This is one of my favorite chowder recipes. It's always a hit with my friends and family.


Rajan Pulami
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I made this chowder for dinner last night and it was a hit! My family loved the creamy texture and the smoky flavor of the chipotle and bacon.


Loredana Balducci
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This chowder is delicious and easy to make. I love the combination of corn, chipotle, and bacon.


Zodiac Turner
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I've made this chowder several times and it's always a success. It's a great way to use up leftover corn.


Tickle Tipson
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This chowder is easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love the way the chipotle and bacon add flavor.


Status Typist
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I made this chowder for a party and everyone loved it. It's a great recipe to have on hand for entertaining.


BN GAMING
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This is a great recipe for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting, and the chipotle and bacon add a nice touch of spice.


Yeam Hasan
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I'm not a big fan of corn chowder, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Amenyoh Bernice
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This chowder is so creamy and flavorful. I love the addition of the chipotle and bacon.


MR.SALMAN
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Easy to make and delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was a big hit.


Bagel Barron
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I love corn chowder, and this recipe is one of the best I've tried. The chipotle adds a nice kick, and the bacon gives it a smoky flavor.


Rudi Daniels
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chowder turned out great. It was a hit with my family and friends.


Blessing Namoso
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This corn chowder is incredible! The chipotle and bacon add a delicious smoky flavor that pairs perfectly with the creamy corn. I will definitely be making this again.