bacon and cheddar corn chowder

Fall is soup time. Maybe all year is soup time, but for whatever reason, a steaming bowl of soup is one of my favorite pleasures of fall.

bacon and cheddar corn chowder

warm.

topped with croutons and sour cream

full of good things.

bacon and cheddar corn chowder.

1 Tablespoon Olive oil
6 slices of cooked bacon, chopped
1/2 onion, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
1 zucchini, chopped
3 cups corn, frozen or canned
4 cups chicken broth
8 oz. Velveeta
1/2 cup half and half

In a large soup pan, add oil, bacon and onion. Saute until the onion is tender. Add broth, vegetables, and bring to a simmer. Simmer for about 20 minutes, or until carrots are tender. Add Velveeta and half and half. Cook until cheese is melted and mixed in. Serve warm with croutons and sour cream.