Creamy Corn Chowder
A comforting bowl of Creamy Corn Chowder, a delightful mix of sweet corn and creamy goodness that warms the soul.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Fresh Corn (4 cups)
- Potatoes (2 cups diced)
- Onion (1 large, diced)
- Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
- Vegetable Broth (4 cups)
- Heavy Cream (1 cup)
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
- Bacon (optional, 4 slices)
Instructions
- Prep the corn: Start by shucking the corn and removing the kernels.
- Sauté the vegetables: In a large pot, add olive oil and cook the onion until translucent, then add garlic.
- Add the potatoes and broth: Stir in diced potatoes and pour in vegetable broth, simmer until potatoes are tender.
- Incorporate the corn: Stir in fresh or frozen corn kernels and simmer again.
- Blend the mixture: Use an immersion blender for a creamy texture.
- Add the cream and season: Stir in heavy cream and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Top it off: Cook bacon until crispy and use as a topping.
Notes
This chowder tastes even better the next day. Store in the fridge and reheat gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: corn chowder, creamy soup, comfort food, easy recipe, vegetarian