Corn chowder, a classic American comfort food, is a creamy, hearty soup that combines the sweet flavors of corn with the savory richness of bacon, potatoes, and herbs. This versatile dish can be made with fresh, frozen, or canned corn, making it a year-round favorite. In this article, we present a collection of corn chowder recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and tastes. From a traditional corn chowder loaded with vegetables and smoky bacon to a lightened-up version that uses low-fat milk and turkey bacon, our recipes offer something for everyone. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to serve at a gathering, our corn chowder recipes will surely satisfy your cravings.
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SIMPLE CORN CHOWDER
On cool fall days, this thick creamy chowder hits the spot as an appetizer or light lunch. -Nancy Johnson, Connersville, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings (about 1-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Coat a large saucepan with cooking spray. Add onion; cook and stir over medium heat for 4 minutes or until tender. Add 4 cups corn; cook and stir until corn is softened, about 5 minutes. Add 2 cups broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until corn is tender. Cool slightly. , In a blender, process soup in batches until smooth; return all to the pan. Add the red pepper, rosemary, thyme, pepper, cayenne and remaining corn and broth; cook and stir for 10 minutes or until the corn is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 171 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 61mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SUMMER CORN CHOWDER
This Summer Corn Chowder is creamy, comforting and full of flavor. Made with bacon, garlic and cheese it's pretty hard to resist and can be enjoyed all summer long! Serve in big bowls with a side of crusty bread.
Provided by Jaclyn
Categories Soup
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and bacon and cook, stirring frequently, until onion has softened and just starting to brown around edges, about 8 - 10 minutes.
- Add in the flour and garlic and cook 1 1/2 minutes. While whisking, slowly pour in 5 cups water or broth.
- Bring mixture to a boil, stirring constantly, then stir in corn kernels and potatoes. Add in thyme and bay leaf and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bring to a light boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and allow to simmer, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
- Remove bay leave then transfer 2 1/2 cups of the chowder to a blender and blend until smooth.
- Stir the mixture back into the pot then stir in half and half and honey. Sprinkle each serving with chives and optional cheddar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 364 kcal, Carbohydrate 42 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 42 mg, Sodium 225 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 11 g, ServingSize 1 serving
A LIGHTER CORN CHOWDER
I got this wonderful recipe from one of my favorite cook books, New Dieter's Cookbook from Better Homes & Gardens. It's low in calories, but tastes like a guilty pleasure! When I make it, I double the broth, milk, and flour to make it more soupy and less chunky.
Provided by Mindi Bunch
Categories Chowders
Time 25m
Yield 3 Bowls
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine broth, corn, onion, sweet pepper, and black pepper in medium saucepan. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, about 5 minutes or until veggies are tender.
- In a small mixing bowl, stir together milk and flour. Stir into broth mixture. Cook & stir until thick and bubbly. Cook stirring constantly 1 minute more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.2, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 4.5, Sodium 178, Carbohydrate 50.7, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 16.4, Protein 16.4
CLASSIC CORN CHOWDER
Chowder is a classic comfort food here in the Northeast, especially during cooler weather. Whenever I make a trip home to Pittsburgh, Mom has this simmering on the stove for me.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 8 servings (about 2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, saute onion in butter until tender. Add the water, corn and potatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 16-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Reduce heat to low. Stir in the milk, salt and pepper. Cook for 5-10 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts :
LIGHT CORN CHOWDER
This is kind of a chowder, but light and nutritious. It's also dairy-free. Also, it could be turned toward Mexican flavors easily! I sometimes add lentils.
Provided by osbornsc
Categories Corn
Time 50m
Yield 1 1/2 cups, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cook bacon in a stock pot until crisp. Take bacon out and drain. Reserve 1 tablespoon of the drippings in the stock pot.
- Add the onions to the drippings. Cook until translucent - about 5 minutes. Add frozen corn, carrots, parsnips, cauliflower, and broccoli. Cook while stirring for 2 minutes, then add the bay leaf, thyme, salt, pepper, and stock. Bring to boil and reduce to a simmer for 15 minutes.
- In a separate pan, sauté the red pepper in water over medium heat for about 4 minutes. Add garlic. When garlic is fragrant, add creamed corn. Cook while stirring for another minute.
- Add the creamed corn mixture and bacon to the stock pot. Cook for 5 minutes. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 2, Sodium 510.8, Carbohydrate 24.6, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 5.6, Protein 4.5
Tips:
- To save time, use frozen corn kernels instead of fresh corn on the cob. Just be sure to thaw them before adding them to the soup.
- If you don't have heavy cream on hand, you can substitute milk or even yogurt. Just be aware that this will make the soup a little thinner.
- To make the soup even more flavorful, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a teaspoon of smoked paprika.
- For a vegetarian version of this soup, omit the bacon and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers for dipping.
Conclusion:
This corn chowder is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover corn on the cob. With its creamy texture and smoky flavor, this soup is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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