Bacon-Corn Chowder

Ingredients:
- 1/2 lb. sliced bacon, cut in 1-inch pieces
- 2 small onions, sliced
- 1 Tbsp. flour
- 1 c. water
- 2 c. diced potatoes
- 1/2 c. chopped celery
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 cans creamed corn
- 1 c. milk
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. pepper

Directions:
- Fry bacon until crisp.
- Drain.
- Saute onion in drippings for about 5 minutes.
- Blend in flour and mix to a smooth paste. Gradually add water and stir until smooth.
- Add potatoes, celery and bay leaves.
- Cover and cook over low heat.
- Blend in corn, milk, seasonings and bacon.
- Heat and serve.