Shrimp Soup with Corn and Bacon

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Creamy and flavorful, this easy shrimp soup recipe is full of smoky bacon, sweet corn, tender potatoes and fresh herbs. Make it with fresh corn during the summer growing season, or use frozen corn when you need a cozy bowl of goodness on a chilly winter's day. Serve the chowder with a side of crusty bread, flaky biscuits, or skillet cornbread for a hearty and delicious meal that you can enjoy year-round!

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2 slices thick-cut bacon
1/2 large onion
1 clove garlic
1.5 T all purpose flour
3 c chicken broth
1 celery rib
1 medium russet potato
1 bay leaf
1/2 t minced fresh thyme
8.25 oz can cream style corn
1.5 c fresh or frozen corn kernels
1 c whole milk
1 lb. medium shrimp
Old Bay seasoning ( to taste )
1 T minced fresh parsley
  • Fry chopped bacon in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, just until lightly browned and the fat has rendered. Add the onion and cook, stirring often, until softened (about 5 minutes). Stir in the...

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Nutritions

Calories
1136

Sodium
2186mg
91% DV

Fat
103g
159% DV

Protein
23g
46% DV

Carbs
11g
3% DV

Fiber
4g
18% DV