Thursday, November 19, 2009

Bacon Tomato Chowder

3 bacon strips, diced
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1/4 cup all purpose flour
1 dash ground nutmeg
1- 14.5oz can chicken broth
3/4 cup canned diced tomatoes, with juices
2/3 cup half-and-half cream


1. In a saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain. Discard drippings. In same pan, melt butter. Stir in flour and nutmeg until smooth. Gradually whisk in broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in tomatoes; heat through. Reduce heat; stir in cream. Heat through (do not boil). Add bacon.


Prep time: 5min
Start to finish: 20min
Makes: 2 servings

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