Creamy Corn Chowder

Creamy Corn Chowder is a classic and hearty Western soup, offering a warm feast for the taste buds with its rich creamy texture, sweet corn kernels, and subtle spice flavors. This soup is not only visually appealing with its golden hue but also boasts a rich flavor profile, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or winter dinners.

👉🏻Ingredients list⚠️

• 2 cups fresh corn kernels

• 2 cups milk

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 1 yellow onion (chopped)

• 2 garlic cloves (chopped)

• 1 carrot (diced)

• 1 potato (peeled and diced)

• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth

• Salt, to taste

• Black pepper, to taste

• Chopped cilantro or green onions for garnish

👉🏻✨DIRECTIONS:

1. Heat a small amount of olive oil in a pot and sauté the onion and garlic until softened.

2. Add the carrot and potato dices, continue to sauté for a few minutes until the vegetables are lightly browned on the surface.

3. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low heat and simmer for about 15 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

4. Add the corn kernels and continue to cook for 5 minutes.

5. Slowly pour in the milk and heavy cream, stirring to combine, and continue heating without boiling to prevent the cream from separating.

6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

7. Garnish with cilantro or green onions before serving.

👉🏻✨TIPS

• Using fresh corn enhances the soup's flavor.

• Simmering the soup on low heat allows the sweetness of the vegetables to better release.

• Bacon bits or cheese can be added according to personal preference for additional flavor.

👉🏻✨BENEFITS

• Creamy Corn Chowder not only provides abundant calories, suitable for warming up on cold days, but also boosts digestion and immunity through its rich vitamins A, C, and dietary fiber.

👉🏻✨NUTRITIONAL

• This soup is rich in high-quality protein, calcium, and various vitamins and minerals. In particular, the antioxidants and dietary fiber in corn help lower cholesterol and promote gut health. Additionally, the inclusion of milk and heavy cream provides the body with necessary fats and energy, suitable for those needing to recover energy or increase nutritional intake.