Corn Chowder with broth

8 ears of corn , kernels removed (reserve 4 of the cobs) 1/2 cup celery leaves, chopped 2 cups water 1 cup chicken stock 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 pound[...]

8 ears of corn , kernels removed (reserve 4 of the cobs) 1/2 cup celery leaves, chopped 2 cups water 1 cup chicken stock 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 pound[...]

1/2 cup diced (1/4-inch) slab bacon (2 oz; rind discarded if necessary) 2 cups diced (1/4-inch) sweet onion (14 oz) such as Vidalia 2 large carrots, cut into[...]

2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 1 medium carrot , finely chopped 1 bay leaf 1 sprig fresh thyme 1 sprig fresh tarragon 2 (16[...]