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Creamy Corn Chowder

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A comforting and simple corn chowder featuring fresh corn, creamy broth, and tender potatoes, perfect for summer nights or cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 cups fresh corn kernels (about 4–6 ears) can swap for frozen if necessary.
  • 4 cups vegetable broth low-sodium recommended.
  • 1 cup heavy cream for a lighter option use half-and-half or coconut milk.
  • 1 medium onion, diced yellow or sweet onion works best.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium potatoes, diced (Yukon Gold or russet)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh herbs for garnish (optional) chives, parsley, or thyme.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel kernels off the cobs, dice potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes, and finely chop the onion and garlic.
  2. Heat 1–2 tablespoons of oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat.
  3. Add diced onion and cook for 4–5 minutes until translucent; stir in garlic and cook for 30–45 seconds until fragrant.
Cooking
  1. Stir in diced potatoes and pour in the vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer.
  2. Simmer until potatoes are fork-tender, about 12–15 minutes.
  3. Add corn kernels and simmer for 5 more minutes to cook the corn while keeping some bite.
  4. For a thicker chowder, remove about 1–2 cups of the pot solids and mash or blend them, then return to the pot.
  5. Stir in heavy cream and heat through; do not boil vigorously after adding dairy to prevent curdling.
  6. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
  7. Serve immediately with a sprinkle of fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5g

Notes

For variations, consider adding bacon for richness, or create a dairy-free version by replacing heavy cream with coconut milk. Best served warm with crusty bread or salad.
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