Fish-Corn Chowder  

from Tami Gilliam, s/v Heart of Gold

This is a very yummy chowder and is a great way to use that fish that you caught...

Cook bacon in large Dutch oven over medium heat until crispy.  Drain bacon on paper towels for use later, but leave a little bacon grease in the pan.  Add oil, celery, leek, salt and pepper and cook until veggies begin to soften. Add broth, potatoes and corn.  Bring to a gentle simmer.  Cook until potatoes are just tender and corn is cooked through (about 8 minutes).  Stir in fish and thyme and return to gentle simmer.  Cook until fish is cooked through (about 4 minutes) then remove from heat.

Stir in half and half & lemon juice and the reserved bacon.  Garnish with chives.

Enjoy!