Corn Chowder

Name: Corn Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: United States
Ingredients: 4 ears of corn (fresh); 1 onions (medium, chopped); 2 potatoes (medium, diced); 750 ml of vegetable broth; 240 ml of milk; 2 tbsp of butter; salt; black pepper; parsley (fresh, for garnish); 100 g of lardons (smoked)

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Chowder is a thick soup made with corn and potatoes. 🌽 It is often topped with bacon bits and makes a complete meal.

Total time: 45 min
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 30 min
Difficulty: Easy
Per person: €1.25

By the CookinBreak team

Goes well with

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For dessert

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To drink

Christmas Cranberry & Spice Punch

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

250kcal

Protein5 g8%
Carbs45 g68%
Fat7 g24%
Fiber6 g

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

🌽 To intensify the flavor of the chowder, lightly roast the corn kernels before adding them to the soup. This adds a delicious smoky touch! 🔥

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Yes

Very well, up to 3 months in sealed individual portions. Thaw in the fridge.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Keeps 3 to 4 days max in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Yes

Chopped onions, cut potatoes, prepared broth, and precooked bacon bits are all possible.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Reheat in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring. Microwave possible in short intervals.

Variations

Blend part of the soup for a smoother texture.
Replace the bacon bits with strips of bacon.
Add a little crème fraîche at the end for extra richness.

Mistakes to avoid

Blending all the soup: leave some pieces of corn for a pleasant texture.
Leaving the bacon in the pot: remove it once crispy and save it for the topping.
Salting before tasting: the smoked bacon and the broth are already salty.

Frequently asked questions

How do you make corn chowder?

Cook the bacon bits in the butter, then sauté the onion, add the corn and potatoes, pour in the broth and simmer for about 20 minutes. Blend part of it, add the milk and season.

How do you cut the kernels off an ear of corn?

Husk the fresh ears, then remove the kernels with a knife by sliding it down the length of the ear. Set the kernels aside before adding them to the pot with the potatoes.

How do you get a creamier chowder?

Use an immersion blender to puree part of the soup, leaving some pieces of corn, then add the milk. The chowder becomes smoother while keeping some texture.

What should you top corn chowder with?

Top it with crispy smoked bacon bits, cooked at the start in the butter, and chopped fresh parsley. Serve it hot, as a starter or a main course.