corn chowder (slow cooker), serves 4

1tbsp unsalted butter
1 yellow onion, chopped
3 cups corn, fresh or frozen
4 cups veg stock, chicken stock, or water
2 cups heavy cream or half-and-half
chives, for garnish

over med-high heat melt bulter in a large saute pan, then saute onion for about 10min until lightly browned. transfer to the slow cooker and add 2 cups corn and stock/water. cover and cook on low for 5-6hrs until chowder is rich and sweet.

puree the soup until smooth using a blender. add the cream and remaining corn and stir well. cover and cook for approx 20min until heated through. season to taste, s&p. garnish w/ chives.

like i said, this was my first corn chowder so i'm no expert. but the simplicity and outcome won me over. hope u enjoy!