Description
Creamy Corn Chowder is a heartwarming dish that combines the sweetness of fresh corn with a rich, velvety texture. This easy-to-make recipe not only warms you up on chilly days but also brings back fond memories of family gatherings. With minimal preparation and cooking time, this chowder is perfect for busy weeknights yet satisfying enough to impress your guests. Each spoonful bursts with flavor, making it an excellent choice for any occasion. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins for a delightful twist, and enjoy the comforting embrace of this delicious soup all year round.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh or frozen sweet corn
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add diced potatoes and corn to the pot; stir well and pour in vegetable broth.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered until potatoes are tender (15-20 minutes).
- Use an immersion blender to partially puree the soup while maintaining some chunky texture.
- Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper; heat through without boiling.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg