Corn Chowder
Corn chowder is the ultimate comfort food, boasting a creamy texture and sweet bursts of fresh corn. Perfect for chilly evenings, this dish envelops you in warmth and satisfaction with every spoonful. Gather your loved ones around the table as you share laughter and stories over this delightful chowder that not only fills your belly but also warms your heart.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (about 6 ears)
- 2 medium russet potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Add diced potatoes and corn to the pot. Stir to coat in the aromatic mixture.
- Pour in vegetable broth; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Blend part of the soup using an immersion blender or regular blender, leaving some chunks for texture.
- Stir in heavy cream, salt, pepper, thyme, and smoked paprika. Adjust seasonings to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs or croutons if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg