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Corn & Potato Chowder

Creamy Corn & Potato Chowder for Cozy Comfort on a Plate

This Corn & Potato Chowder is warm, gluten-free, and vegetarian, ideal for cozy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chowder
  • 4 cups Fresh Corn or frozen corn if fresh isn't available
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can swap with any neutral oil
  • 1 tablespoon Butter replace with more olive oil for vegan
  • 1 medium Finely Chopped Onion or shallots
  • 1 stalk Finely Chopped Celery can be omitted
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Black Pepper increase for more spice
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme or dried thyme
  • 1 pinch Cayenne Pepper adjust for desired heat
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth or chicken broth
  • 2 cups Small Yellow Potatoes or Russet potatoes
  • 1 cup Milk or coconut milk for dairy-free
  • ¼ cup Minced Chives for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Remove the kernels from fresh corn cobs and place in a large bowl. Scrape the cob with the back of the knife to extract corn 'milk'. Set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and celery, sauté for 2 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in minced garlic, salt, black pepper, thyme, and cayenne pepper. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in vegetable broth, add reserved corn cobs, and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 10-15 minutes.
  5. Remove corn cobs and add diced potatoes. Cover and simmer for another 10 minutes until fork-tender.
  6. Stir in reserved corn kernels and milk. Simmer for 5 minutes until heated through.
  7. Adjust seasoning and stir in minced chives before serving. Ladle into bowls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Avoid freezing the chowder if it contains potatoes.

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