Corn Chowder - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 to 4 potatoes, peeled and diced
1 large onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 Tbsp. butter
2 c. corn (fresh or frozen)
2 c. milk
salt and pepper
1/2 tsp. paprika
1 tsp. brown sugar
1/2 tsp. thyme

Preparation

Saute the onion and pepper in butter in a heavy soup pot.
Add the potatoes and enough water to just cover.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are done.
Mash some of the potatoes against the side of the pot or use a potato masher to mash some of them. Add the remaining ingredients and simmer for about 30 minutes.
Serve with crusty bread, some mild cheese and a crisp salad.