Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Healthy Hump Day


Quick and easy corn chowdern that Carolyn made for me and proceeded to send me the recipe because it was beyond amazing. This is DELICIOUS. I don't care if you don't think you like chowders...its not very thick its way more soupy :) so friggin delicious!


Ingredients

-2 Tbsp butter or margarine

-1/2 c chopped onion

-1/4 c all-purpose flour

-1 3/4 c chicken broth

-1/2 tsp salt

-1/4 tsp black pepper

-1/8 tsp cayenne (no it doesn't turn out super spicy)

-1/2 c half and half

-1 can (11oz) Green Giant Southwestern Style corn, undrained (yes, very important you get green giant, southwestern. no other works)

-2 tbsp chopped chives

-Chopped Chives (or my mom used chopped cilantro) for garnish if desired


Directions

-In 2qt saucepan melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, cook 3-5 min, stirring occasionally, until tender

-Stir in flour until well blended. Gradually stir in chicken broth. Stir in salt, black pepper, and red pepper. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat; cook, stirring frequently, until thickened

-Stir in half and half, corn and 2 tbsp chives. Cook until thoroughly heated. Garnish if desired


ENJOY!

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