Old Mill Restaurant's Signature Corn Chowder

By Vickie

From experience, this is a worth-while recipe. Great for a cold, blustery night when the ultimate comfort food is a must!

Ingredients

• 1 . TBS. margarine
• 3 C diced onions
• 3/4 C crumbs (from unsalted oyster crackers)
• 1/4 C flour
• 2 C water
• 1 C clam juice
• 2 C chicken, beef or ham broth
• 3 C diced potatoes
• 2 C half and half
• 2 C frozen corn kernels, defrosted
• 1 red and 1 green bell pepper, chopped and sauteed briefly in butter, add salt and freshly ground white pepper to taste.

Preparation

Step 1

1. Mix liquids and butter, add potatoes and onions. Cook until done.
2. Mix cracker crumbs, flour and seasonings. Add to potatoe and onion mixture. Add red and green peppers. Mix well--bring to a boil.
3. Add cream and corn. Simmer for 15-20 min.

**Makes about 2 quarts.

**The restaurant uses a special chowder seasoning which is not available in grocery stores. To compensate for this ingredient, season to taste with garlic powder and onion powder.