Bean-Bacon Chowder

Molidol's Note:

This is by no means a low fat dish, but it does make for some great comfort food. It’s one of my DH favorites.

• Total Time: 50 mins
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 6 slices bacon (cut up)
• 1 cup onion , chopped
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 3 cups milk
• 2 medium potatoes , peeled & diced
• ¼ teaspoon crushed dried thyme
• 22 ounces baked beans (homemade preferred)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄8; teaspoon pepper

Directions:

1. Cook bacon and onion in a saucepan until bacon is lightly browned and onion is tender.
2. Blend in flour.
3. Add milk: cook and stir until bubbly.
4. Dice potatoes; add with thyme, salt, and pepper.
5. Cover and simmer 12 to 15 minutes or until the potatoes are done.
6. Stir in beans and heat through.