Corn Chowder with whites

1 Lb hot sausage 1 medium chopped onion 3 large potatoes cubed 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon basil 1/2 teaspoon pepper 2 cups water 1 can cream corn 15 oz 1 can[...]

4 ounces bacon , sliced and cut into 1 inch pieces 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 cups onions , chopped 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 4 cups canned chicken[...]

2 tablespoons butter 4 scallions , white bulbs and green tops chopped and reserved separately 1 red bell pepper , chopped 2 celery ribs , chopped 1 lb boiling[...]