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Barile’s chowder is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines the sweetness of corn with the rich, savory taste of shrimp. It’s an easy-to-make, satisfying meal that feels indulgent yet light, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings.

6 slices fully cooked bacon, diced, reserving 1 tablespoon fat
1 tablespoon (1/8 stick) butter
3 stalks celery, diced
1 small yellow onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
1 teaspoon ground black pepper, or more to taste
2 tablespoons flour
2 1/2 cups milk
1 can whole kernel corn (15 ounces)
1 can cream-style corn (14.75 ounces)
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/3 cup half-and-half
Green onions, minced, for serving

1. Add bacon fat, butter, celery and onion to a Dutch oven or large, deep saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until tender, about 4 minutes. Add garlic, salt and pepper and cook an additional 30 seconds.

2. Sprinkle flour over the vegetable mixture. Stir to coat and allow to cook about a minute more. Slowly add milk to the mixture, stirring to eliminate any lumps.

3. Add both cans of corn and cayenne. Let cook until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.

4. Add shrimp and cook about 3 minutes. Stir in half-and-half.

5. Remove from heat, taste and add salt and pepper if desired.

6. Serve warm, topped with bacon and green onions.

Serves 6.

January 2025 Recipe Contest