Summer Corn Zucchini Chowder Bacon (Print Format)
Creamy chowder with corn, zucchini, squash, potatoes, and bacon celebrates peak summer produce.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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8 slices bacon, chopped
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1 tbsp butter
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1 yellow onion, diced
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2 ribs of celery, diced
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2 carrots, diced
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1 tsp Kinder's The Blend Seasoning or any salt, pepper, garlic blend
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1 tsp Goya Adobo seasoning
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1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped or 1/2 tsp dried thyme
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Pinch of red pepper flakes
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4 ears of corn, kernels cut off
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5 garlic cloves, minced
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2 large potatoes, cut into bite-sized pieces (yellow potatoes, unpeeled; russets work as well, peeling optional)
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4 cups chicken broth
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1 large zucchini, sliced into quarters
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2 yellow squash, sliced into quarters
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 cup freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese, plus more for garnish
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1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
# Steps:
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Cook bacon in a Dutch oven until crispy. Remove and set aside.
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Melt butter in the drippings, then sauté onion, celery, and carrots with seasonings for 5 minutes.
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Stir in corn and garlic. Add potatoes and chicken broth. Cover and simmer for 8 minutes.
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Stir in zucchini and yellow squash. Cook for 8 minutes until tender.
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Blend part of the soup with an immersion blender to achieve desired consistency.
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Stir in heavy cream, sharp cheddar, and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
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Simmer on low for 15 minutes, then garnish with crispy bacon, fresh parsley, and additional cheddar cheese.
# Tips:
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Make ahead: Cook the chowder up to the point of adding cream and cheese. Cool and refrigerate. When ready to serve, reheat gently, then add cream and cheese.
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Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3–4 days.
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Reheating: Warm gently on the stove over low heat, adding a splash of broth or cream if it thickens too much. Avoid boiling so the cream doesn’t separate.
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Freezing: Not recommended because of the dairy, but you could freeze the base (before adding cream and cheese).