Corn Chowder (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 3-4 slices bacon, chopped.
02 - 1 yellow onion, diced.
03 - 2 celery ribs, chopped.
04 - 2 tablespoons butter.
05 - 4 cups corn (fresh or frozen).
06 - 1 large potato, peeled and chopped.
07 - 1-2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce.
08 - 1 (4 oz) can mild green chiles.
09 - 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth.
10 - 1 1/2 cups half and half.
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt.
12 - 3-4 tablespoons cornmeal.

# Instructions:

01 - Cook chopped bacon in large pot over medium heat for 3-5 minutes.
02 - Add onion and celery, cook 3-4 minutes. Add butter and corn, cook 1 minute.
03 - Add potato, chilies, broth, half & half, and salt. Bring to low boil then reduce heat.
04 - Mix cornmeal with some broth, stir into soup. Cover and cook 15 minutes on low.
05 - Add more cornmeal mixture if needed for thickness. Serve hot.

# Notes:

01 - Can make up to a week ahead.
02 - Can be made in slow cooker.
03 - Freezes well without potatoes and cream.