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Creamy Ham Potato Corn Chowder

Creamy Ham Potato Corn Chowder
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A silken, smoky soup blending halal turkey bacon, smoked beef, and seasonal corn in a light broth, with a creamy coconut milk finish. Substitutes pork and ham for a halal-friendly adaptation of classic chowder.

Ingredients

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4 strips halal-certified turkey bacon (or plant-based alternative), cut into small segments
1½ cups cubed Russet potatoes (2 medium peeled)
1 cup frozen sweet corn kernels (2 10-oz bags)
½ cup chopped smoked beef (halal-certified) or smoked turkey (bite-sized pieces)
¼ cup low-sodium bone broth or vegetable stock
2 tbsp (28g) peanut oil (or avocado oil)
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
1 tsp minced garlic
2 tbsp (30g) all-purpose flour
3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth (or water + nutritional yeast for umami)
1 cup full-fat coconut milk
½ tsp dried Italian herbs (basil + oregano)
Pinch of ground cayenne (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Cook turkey bacon until crispy (~12 minutes), stir occasionally. Remove to paper towels, leaving drippings in the pot
Dice onions, chop celery, and cube smoked beef while bacon renders
Add peanut oil to the pot if negligible drippings remain, then sauté onions and celery until softened
Stir in minced garlic, sauté 1 minute
Whisk in flour to create a roux
Add vegetable broth, coconut milk, and Italian herbs
Bring to a gentle simmer, then stir in potatoes, corn, and smoked beef
Simmer 20-25 minutes until tender
Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and optional cayenne

Notes

Substitute turkey bacon with plant-based alternative for vegan option
Use smoked turkey in place of smoked beef
Stir in 1/2 cup milk or yogurt for extra creaminess
Freezes well in airtight containers up to 3 months

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