Clam Chowder with Broccoli Stems and Corn

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Thoroughly pat corn dry with paper towels

Step 2

Heat a large pot over medium high heat. Add the corn and cook, undisturbed until starting to brown, about 3 minutes. Transfer the corn to a small bowl and set aside

Step 3

Add bacon and oil to the pot. Cook, starting occasionally until the bacon is crisp. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to the bowl with corn

Step 4

Add broccoli stems and onion to the pot. cook, stirring occasionally until tender, about 4 minutes

Step 5

Add potatoes and garlic, stirring for 1 minute

Step 6

Sprinkle the vegetables with flour and cook, stirring, for 1 minute

Step 7

Stir in bottled clam juice, broth and the reserved juice from the clams

Step 8

Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer, cover and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes

Step 9

Stir in clams, half and half, pepper in the reserved corn and bacon. Cook for 2 minutes