Cranked Up Corn Chowder

Ingredients and Weight:

• 4 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels (about 1 pound)
• 3 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup chopped yellow onions
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• 2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
• 1 cup chopped cooked bacon (optional)
• chopped fresh chives or scallions for topping (optional)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 40 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and cook until softened.
2. Stir in flour until well combined and cook for a few minutes.
3. Slowly pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Add corn kernels and continue to cook for another 20 minutes, or until corn is tender and mixture is thickened.
6. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in cooked bacon if using.
7. Serve hot with a sprinkle of fresh chives or scallions on top (if desired).

Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 servings total)

• Calories: approximately 600 calories per serving (depending on ingredients used)
• Fat: saturated fat, unsaturated fat, etc. (depending on the specific ingredients and their fat content)
• Carbohydrates: sugar, starch, etc. (depending on the specific ingredients and their carbohydrate content)
• Protein: depending on the protein content of the ingredients used
• Fiber: depending on the fiber content of the corn kernels and other ingredients

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and rich texture due to the combination of heavy cream and butter.
• Distinct flavor of corn with a hint of bacon (if used).
• Perfect for colder weather as a comforting side dish or as a hearty starter.

User Comments:

1. "This corn chowder is amazing! The combination of flavors is spot on."
2. "I love the rich and creamy texture. The corn flavor is very prominent."
3. "Added bacon made it even more delicious. A great dish for a colder evening."
4. "Very easy to make, even for beginners."
5. "Would definitely make this again!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Ensure corn kernels are fresh or frozen (do not use canned as they may have added preservatives).
• Adjust seasoning according to taste preference.
• For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and increase the vegetable broth proportionately.