Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Butter
• 0.5 medium Onion , chopped
• 1 stalk Celery , chopped
• 2 tablespoons Flour
• 2 cups Fresh corn (divided)
• 2 cups Chicken stock
• 1 medium Potato , cubed
• 0.5 pint Heavy cream (1 cup)
• 0.5 pound Crab meat
• Salt (to taste)
• Pepper (to taste)

Instructions

1. Puree 1 cup of the corn in a blender or food processor until smooth
2. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat
3. Add chopped onion and celery and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes
4. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and cook until it bubbles, about 1-2 minutes
5. Add the pureed corn and chicken stock
6. Bring to a boil, whisking constantly until slightly thickened
7. Add cubed potatoes and simmer for 15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender
8. About 15 minutes before serving, add the remaining corn, crab meat, and heavy cream
9. Simmer for 15 minutes more, being careful not to boil
10. Season with salt and pepper to taste
11. Serve hot