Corn Chowder

While this dish is surely meant to scare away the chill of a frigid winter evening, one can’t resist cooking up fresh summer sweet corn straight from the farmers market. The recipe called for a blend of paprika, cayenne pepper, oregano, thyme and many others. Though this was a great addition that added flavor and intensity, it made WAY more than the 3 teaspoons used in the recipe (thank you Emeril). However, add to these spices slow cooked carrots, onions, celery, shrimp, spicy Italian sausage, and as many ears of corn as you can fit into your Dutch oven, this feast is fit for both a cold winter night and a hot summer picnic.