Warming corn chowder with potatoes becomes extra creamy when made in the slow cooker.

This is a perfect dish for a cozy night in.

To make it a full meal, pair it with a green salad anddinner rolls.

Corn Chowder

Credit: Andy Lyons

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Transfer mixture to a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker.

Stir in potatoes, broth, bay leaf, salt, dried thyme, and paprika.

Stir in corn and milk.

Cover and cook about 1 hour or until heated through.

Cover and cook for 10 minutes more.

Stir in fresh thyme.

Mash the Chowder

Using a potato masher, gently mash potatoes until soup is slightly thickened.

Sprinkle each serving with crumbled bacon and cracked pepper.

2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.