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Bacon Grilled Cheese & Spicy Corn Chowder

Cultural Context

Bacon grilled cheese sandwiches and corn chowder are quintessential comfort foods in American cuisine. The grilled cheese, often enjoyed as a nostalgic childhood favorite, combines crispy bacon with gooey cheese between buttery bread. Corn chowder, with its creamy texture and sweet corn flavor, is a staple in many households, especially in the Midwest. This dish showcases the heartiness and simplicity of American cooking, with modern variations often adding spices or gourmet cheeses to elevate the classic flavors.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 slices sourdough bread
8 oz cheddar cheese
6 slices bacon
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup white onions, diced
2 cups frozen corn
1 medium russet potato, diced
4 cups vegetable stock
1 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey bacon reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories without sacrificing texture.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be made easily.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Bell pepper offers sweetness without heat.

1

Brush each side of sourdough bread with melted butter.

2

Add cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon to each slice of bread, sprinkle with smoked paprika.

3

Grill both sides until golden brown, then cut into smaller portions.

4

Sauté white onions in 2 tablespoons of butter until fragrant and soft.

5

Add a bag of frozen corn and 1 russet potato to the pot.

6

Pour in 2-3 cups of vegetable stock and simmer until fork tender.

7

Puree the soup in batches for a creamier texture, then return to pot.

8

Season with salt, pepper, and about ½ cup of whole milk.

Cooking Techniques

fryingsautéingblending

Equipment Needed

skilletpotblender

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-freegluten-free

Also Known As

Bacon Cheese ToastSpicy Corn Soup

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