Quick Potato Corn Chowder

Step 1

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, celery, carrot, and garlic. Cook 3-4 minutes or until onion is tender.

Step 2

Add potatoes, chicken broth, seasonings, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook covered 8-10 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

Step 3

Add corn and light cream, simmer additional 4 minutes. Remove bay leaf.

Step 4

Using a potato masher, or hand blender slightly mash some of the potatoes to thicken the soup.