Classic Corn Chowder

Total Time

Prep: 10 min. Cook: 25 min.

Makes

8 servings (about 2 quarts)

Updated: Jun. 30, 2023
Chowder is a classic comfort food here in the Northeast, especially during cooler weather. Whenever I make a trip home to Pittsburgh, Mom has this simmering on the stove for me.

Ingredients

  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2-1/2 cups water
  • 2 cans (14-3/4 ounces each) cream-style corn
  • 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon pepper
  • Minced fresh parsley

Directions

  1. In a Dutch oven, saute onion in butter until tender. Add the water, corn and potatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 16-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Reduce heat to low. Stir in the milk, salt and pepper. Cook for 5-10 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with parsley.
Editor's Note: You may substitute 2-1/2 cups chicken broth for the water. Omit salt.