Smoky corn chowder menu
These tempting, hearty recipes are surprisingly easy — and totally satisfying. Our smoky corn chowder with bacon gets a lot of added richness (without the fat) with creamed corn, and an added boost from the bacon, thyme and bay leaf. So go ahead and soak up all the flavours tonight with this rustic, filling dinner menu!
Photo, John Cullen.
Side
Herbed cheddar and soda bread
It doesn't get much better than a savoury loaf of warm bread, paired with a hot bowl of soup. Spread slices with creamy butter, or dip it into the bottom of the bowl to soak up every last bit of deliciousness.
Main
Smoky corn chowder with bacon
Potatoes, bacon, leeks, thyme and more make each bowl a richly filling way to keep the cold at bay.
Photo, Ryan Szulc.
Dessert
Homemade vanilla marshmallows
Feeling a bit full? Keep dessert light and fun with homemade vanilla marshmallows topping a steamy cup of hot cocoa.
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