Lord Charley’s Corn Chowder

by: Sue

This recipe is a Barron family favorite. Cousin David Corey brought it to the family and his Aunt Marguerite (our Mema) would serve it to us often. While it’s not a diet food, it definitely is a comfort food!

Brown in pan with 2 Tablespoons oil:

1/2 cup chopped onions
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/3 cup chopped bacon

Add:
1 1/4 cup chicken stock
1 tsp salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon thyme

Peel, Dice, and Add

1 pound potatoes (4 cups)
15 ounces Frozen Cut corn

Simmer 1/2 hour.

In a separate pan, melt butter and mix:

4 Tablespoons butter
2 Tablespoons flour,

add

1 quart half and half

Whip smooth.

Add to soup, cook 10 minutes to blend. Do not boil.

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