Depression Era Corn Chowder

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This is the recipe my grandmother used when she was growing up during the great depression. 70 years later, it's still a delicious, satisfying form of comfort food. Serve immediately with saltine crackers. Tastes even better after sitting in the refrigerator over night. In my grandmother's day, they would have 'refrigerated' it on the back porch overnight!

Submitted by R.T. Dowling

Updated on August 8, 2022

8

Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

45 mins

Total Time:

1 hr

Servings:

8

Yield:

8 servings

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Ingredients

2 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
2 (15 ounce) cans whole kernel corn
1 large white onion, diced
3 cups diced potatoes
2 (12 fluid ounce) cans evaporated milk
⅓ cup butter
salt and pepper to taste

Directions

In a large pot over medium heat, combine broth, corn, onion and potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, until potatoes are just tender.
Stir in evaporated milk and butter until butter is just melted. Season with salt and pepper and serve at once.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

331	Calories
16g	Fat
42g	Carbs
10g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 331
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g	20%
Saturated Fat 9g	47%
Cholesterol 48mg	16%
Sodium 470mg	20%
Total Carbohydrate 42g	15%
Dietary Fiber 3g	12%
Total Sugars 14g
Protein 10g	21%
Vitamin C 8mg	9%
Calcium 263mg	20%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 630mg	13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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