Summer Soups: Creamy Sweet Corn Chowder

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of summer with this Creamy Sweet Corn Chowder! Perfect for busy weeknights, this soup is not only easy to prepare but also highlights the sweet, fresh taste of corn, bringing a ray of sunshine to your dinner table.

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Creamy Sweet Corn Chowder

  • Unique blend of sweet corn and creamy textures.
  • Perfect for a quick yet delicious summer meal.
  • Vegetarian-friendly and easily customizable.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups sweet corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 medium potatoes, diced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon thyme (fresh or dried)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Chives for garnish (optional)

How to Make

To make this creamy sweet corn chowder, start by heating the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, approximately 5-7 minutes. Next, stir in the diced potatoes and cook for another 5 minutes. Add the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer, allowing the potatoes to soften for about 10 minutes. Once the potatoes are tender, add in the sweet corn and thyme. Stir well, then partially blend the soup with an immersion blender for a creamier consistency, leaving some whole corn and potato chunks for texture. Finally, stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes before serving!

Tips

  • For a vegan version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream.
  • Consider adding bell peppers for extra flavor and color.

Make-Ahead

This chowder can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to three days. Simply reheat on the stovetop until warmed through.

Storing

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Ensure it’s cooled completely before sealing. Will keep for approximately 3-4 days.

Freezing

This soup freezes well! Portion it into freezer-safe containers. It can last in the freezer for up to 3 months. Just be mindful that the texture may change slightly upon reheating.

Reheating

Reheat the chowder on the stovetop over medium heat, stirring occasionally until heated through. If frozen, let it thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

Serving Suggestions

Serve your creamy sweet corn chowder with crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal. You may also add croutons or more chives for added texture and flavor.

For tools that help make this process even easier, consider a high-quality immersion blender like this one: Immersion Blender.

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Creamy Sweet Corn Chowder


Author:Amy Parker
Total Time:40 minutes
🍴Yield:4 servings

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of summer with this Creamy Sweet Corn Chowder! Perfect for busy weeknights, this soup is not only easy to prepare but also highlights the sweet, fresh taste of corn, bringing a ray of sunshine to your dinner table.


Ingredients

Scale

4 cups sweet corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
1 medium onion, diced
2 medium potatoes, diced
1 cup heavy cream
3 cups vegetable broth
1 teaspoon thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
Chives for garnish (optional)

Preparation

1 Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent.
2 Add potatoes and cook for another 5 minutes.
3 Stir in vegetable broth; let simmer until potatoes are tender.
4 Add sweet corn and thyme, then partially blend for a creamy texture.
5 Mix in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.
6 Simmer for an additional 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • ℹ️ For a vegan version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream.
  • ℹ️ Consider adding bell peppers for extra flavor and color.

Recipe Details

Preparation
15 minutes
🔥
Cooking
25 minutes
📂
Category
Dinner
📋
Method
Stovetop
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Kitchen
Vegetarian

Nutrition

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Serving Size
1 cup
🔥
Calories
170
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Sugar
6g
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Sodium
420mg
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Fat
9g
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Saturated Fat
4g
⚖️
Trans Fat
0g
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Carbohydrates
12g
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Fiber
2g
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Protein
4g
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Cholesterol
25mg

Serving Suggestions

Serve your creamy sweet corn chowder with crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal. You may also add croutons or more chives for added texture and flavor.

For tools that help make this process even easier, consider a high-quality immersion blender like this one: Immersion Blender.

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