Summer Corn and Zucchini Chowder (Print Version)
Creamy soup loaded with summer vegetables, smoky bacon, and fresh herbs for a comforting yet refreshing meal any time of year.
# Ingredients:
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4 strips bacon, cooked and chopped into bits
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1/2 large yellow onion, diced
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2 ribs celery, finely diced
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5 ears corn, kernels cut off from the cob
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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5 cups low sodium chicken broth
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2 russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch cubes
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1 1/4 tsp kosher sea salt
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1/2 tsp ground black pepper
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1/2 tsp paprika
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1/2 tsp dried parsley
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1/4 tsp thyme
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1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
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1 large zucchini, quartered lengthwise then sliced
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1 large yellow squash, quartered lengthwise then sliced
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2 cups half and half or whole milk
# Steps:
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Set a large Dutch oven or stockpot over medium heat. Add bacon and cook until crisp, about 5 minutes.
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Add onion and celery, cook for 3 minutes, then add corn and continue cooking for an additional 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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Pour in chicken broth and turn the heat up to medium-high. Once the mixture is simmering, add the potatoes along with the salt, pepper, paprika, parsley, thyme, and cayenne. Reduce heat to medium and cook for 10 minutes before adding the zucchini and yellow squash.
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Once the zucchini and yellow squash have been added, cook until the potatoes are fork-tender and the zucchini and squash are fully cooked, about 10-12 minutes.
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Transfer 2 cups of chowder to a food processor or blender. Puree until silky smooth, about 1-2 minutes. Return the mixture to the pot and add the half and half. Stir to combine, then remove from the heat.
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Let the chowder sit for 10 minutes before serving.
# Notes:
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Store the chowder in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can freeze it for up to 2 months, but avoid freezing if it contains dairy as it may affect the texture.
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To reheat, warm on the stovetop over medium heat, stirring occasionally, or in a microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each.