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Corn Chowder

Corn Chowder
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A warm, creamy, and comforting Corn Chowder recipe featuring tender corn, creamy broth, and fresh herbs. Perfect for cozy nights or any season, this chowder balances simple ingredients with rich flavor and is highly customizable to suit vegetarian, vegan, or protein-enhanced variations.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • Fresh or Frozen Corn – 4 cups (kernels)
  • Onions – 1 medium, finely chopped
  • Garlic – 2 cloves, minced
  • Potatoes – 3 medium, peeled and diced
  • Vegetable or Chicken Broth – 4 cups
  • Heavy Cream or Milk – 1 cup
  • Bacon (optional) – 4 slices, chopped
  • Smoked Paprika (optional) – 1 teaspoon
  • Fresh Herbs (parsley or thyme) – 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Salt – to taste
  • Pepper – to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Vegetables: Finely chop onions and garlic. Peel and dice potatoes into bite-sized cubes. Cut kernels off the cob if using fresh corn.
  2. Sauté Aromatics and Bacon: In a large pot, cook bacon pieces until crispy. Remove bacon, then sauté onions and garlic in the rendered fat until softened and fragrant.
  3. Cook Potatoes and Corn: Add diced potatoes and corn kernels to the pot. Pour in broth and bring to a gentle boil. Simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  4. Blend for Creaminess (Optional): Transfer a portion of soup to a blender and pulse until smooth. Stir it back into the pot to achieve a velvety texture.
  5. Add Cream and Season: Stir in heavy cream or milk slowly, warming through. Season with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs. Top with crispy bacon bits if desired.

Notes

  • Use fresh corn when possible for best natural sweetness; frozen corn is a convenient alternative.
  • Avoid overcooking potatoes to prevent the chowder from becoming too watery.
  • For extra thickness, mash a few cooked potatoes against the pot sides before adding cream.
  • Simmer gently on low heat to develop flavors without breaking down ingredients too much.
  • Adjust cream or milk amount to control creaminess and dietary preferences.

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Keywords: corn chowder, creamy soup, comfort food, vegetarian soup, gluten free soup, easy chowder, cozy meals

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