Homemade Corn Chowder
A heartwarming recipe for creamy corn chowder that encapsulates cozy gatherings and delightful cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian (can be modified)
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears Fresh Corn (or 2 cups Frozen Corn)
- 2 medium Potatoes, diced
- 4 slices Bacon, chopped
- 1 cup Heavy Cream (or alternative)
- 1 Onion, chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 4 cups Vegetable or Chicken Broth
- Salt & Black Pepper, to taste
- Fresh Herbs (Chives or Parsley), for garnish
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by shucking the corn and chopping the potatoes, onion, garlic, and bacon.
- Cook the bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sauté the onion in the bacon fat until translucent, then add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the diced potatoes and pour in the broth to cover them; season and simmer until fork-tender, about 10-15 minutes.
- Incorporate the corn and allow to simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Blend half of the chowder using an immersion blender for creaminess.
- Finish with heavy cream and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Reintroduce the crispy bacon, stir well, and serve.
Notes
For variations, consider adding jalapeños for spice, coconut milk for a vegan version, or cheddar cheese for a cheesy twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: corn chowder, creamy soup, comfort food, vegetarian soup, family recipe
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