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RED BEAN CHOWDER

Active Time : 15 minutes
Total Time : 55 minutes
Serves : 8 servings
INGREDIENTS
  • 1/2 16 ounce package bacon diced
  • 2 cups chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup diced red bell peppers
  • 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 1/2 16 ounce package dried small red beans cooked
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 14.5 ounce cans diced tomatoes undrained
  • 1 cup frozen super sweet corn
  • 1 cup half & half
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
DIRECTIONS

In large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, sauté bacon until crisp; drain on paper towels.

Add onions, peppers, garlic and thyme to bacon drippings; salt and pepper to taste. Sauté until onions are softened (about 3-5 minutes).

Stir in cooked beans, broth, and tomatoes. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 20-25 minutes.

Stir in corn and half & half; continue simmering 5 minutes. Garnish with green onions and bacon.