Corn Chowder Recipe

Corn Chowder Recipe:

Ingredients:

• 4 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 potatoes, peeled and diced
• 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped green onions or parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Cook Vegetables:

   • In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onions and cook until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.

2. Make Roux:

   • Sprinkle flour over the onions and garlic, stirring constantly to create a roux. Cook for 2-3 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.

3. Add Broth:

   • Gradually pour in the vegetable or chicken broth, stirring to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

4. Add Potatoes and Corn:

   • Add diced potatoes and corn kernels to the pot. Simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.

5. Blend Soup (Optional):

   • If you prefer a creamier texture, use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup, leaving some chunks of corn and potatoes intact.

6. Season and Add Thyme:

   • Season the chowder with thyme, salt, and pepper. Adjust the seasoning to your taste.

7. Add Milk and Heavy Cream:

   • Pour in the milk and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Simmer the chowder for an additional 5-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

8. Serve:

   • Ladle the corn chowder into bowls. Garnish with crumbled bacon (if using), chopped green onions, or parsley.

Enjoy this creamy and flavorful corn chowder as a comforting and satisfying meal!

Useful properties:
Spices - reduce blood sugar levels.
Corn - helps strengthen joints.