Earthbound Farm Corn Chowder

A sweet, summer corn chowder from the earthbound farm cookbook.

In a large saucepan , cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp then drain on paper towels.

Add the onion and celery to the fat and cook until they are soft for 10 minutes.

Add stock , bay leaf , potatoes and thyme to the saucepan and boil over high heat.

Reduce and let simmer for 20 minutes until potatoes are tender.

Cover and turn off heat.

Leave on stove for 20 minutes then discard the bay leaf and thyme sprig.

Add the bacon , corn and half-and half.

Season with salt and pepper.

corn kernels, bacon, yellow onion, celery ribs, chicken broth, bay leaf, fresh thyme, yukon gold potatoes, half-and-half, salt, white pepper