Leek Corn Chowder Recipes

LEEK & CORN CHOWDER

Steps:

• In a large stock pot over medium heat sauté the bacon until edges just begin to brown.
• Add in the leeks, stirring regularly until the leeks just being to wilt, about 5 minutes.
• Once the leeks have wilted, add in the red potatoes and broth. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
• Stir in corn, if using canned corn, strain well before adding to soup. If using frozen corn, return soup to a simmer before going onto the next step.
• In a small bowl combine the melted butter, flour, and ½ cup of soup broth (use a ladle to scoop out some broth from the pot). Stir well to make a thick paste. This is called a roux and will help thicken the soup.
• Once the soup has returned to a simmer, add in the roux and stir well. As the roux dissolves you will notice the soup begin to thicken. Continue stirring for a few minutes until simmering again.
• Add in the cream, milk, salt, pepper, and hot sauce (optional). Return soup to a slight simmer. Remove from heat and serve.

POTATO, CORN, AND LEEK CHOWDER

Steps:

• Heat butter and oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add leek, celery; cook 4 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring frequently.
• Combine milk and flour in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk. Slowly add milk mixture to pan, stirring constantly.
• Stir in broth, corn, potato, salt, and freshly ground black pepper and the old bay seasoning; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, add 1/2 cup parmesan cheese and simmer 20 minutes or until potato is tender.
• Puree in Blender in batches for creamy consistency, if desired.
• Top with additional Parmesan cheese, I also add parmesan croutons.
• Enjoy with the family on soup night!
• *Cleaning leeks:.
• *You need to thoroughly clean the leek. First, wash the outside of the leek. Then slice off the fibrous green top, leaving the white to light-green stalk. Cut leek in half down to the root. Don't cut all the way through the root at this point. Then clean both "halves" under running tap water to remove any dirt that has accumulated inside. For this recipe, slice the cleaned halves down to where it's attached to the root, and discard the root.