In the realm of culinary comfort, corn chowder stands tall as a beacon of warmth and flavor. Its creamy broth, dotted with golden corn kernels, tender vegetables, and sometimes succulent seafood, offers a symphony of textures and tastes. Whether enjoyed on a chilly autumn evening or as a quick and comforting lunch, corn chowder has earned its place as a beloved classic. In this article, we will embark on a culinary journey, exploring the secrets to creating the perfect corn chowder that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. From selecting the freshest ingredients to mastering the art of balancing flavors, we will guide you through every step of the process, ensuring that your next bowl of corn chowder is an extraordinary experience.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
QUICK AND HEARTY CORN CHOWDER
Hearty and tasty, this chowder will stick to your bones. I recommend a cold winter's day to dig into this!
Provided by Sandra Rogers
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chowders Corn Chowder Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in corn, water, hash brown potatoes, black pepper, and salt. Bring to a boil; cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Whisk 1/2 cup milk and flour in a small bowl until smooth.
- Pour milk mixture into the saucepan. Stir in remaining 1 1/2 cup milk; cook, stirring frequently, until thick, about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.3 calories, Carbohydrate 44.4 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 9.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 149.1 mg, Sugar 11.1 g
EASY CORN CHOWDER I
This is a quick and easy soup that won't let you down.
Provided by carol
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chowders Corn Chowder Recipes
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, saute the bacon and onions together until onions are tender, about 7 minutes. Add the corn, potatoes, soup, milk, and salt and pepper. Raise heat to high and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer about 25 to 35 minutes or until the potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 552.8 calories, Carbohydrate 60.4 g, Cholesterol 44.9 mg, Fat 28.3 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 1465.2 mg, Sugar 19.5 g
QUICK CORN CHOWDER
Quick Corn Chowder is a tasty, filling soup recommended by Diane Brewster of Highland, New York. "When my husband and I decided I'd stay home with our new baby, his salary had to be stretched pretty thin," Diane recalls. "I became an expert at preparing meals with more 'sense' than dollars!"
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook bacon until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towel to drain. Saute onion in drippings until tender. Add the broth, water and potatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender. , Stir in the corn, 3/4 cup of milk, salt and pepper. Combine flour and remaining milk until smooth; gradually add to soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Garnish with bacon and parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 520mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
QUICK AND RICH CORN CHOWDER
My family and friends are always ready to dig right in when I serve my chowder. It's thick and rich...and pairs well with a favorite salad or sandwich. They never guess it gets its start with a can of condensed soup.-Dorothy Faulkner, Benton, Arkansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute the green pepper, onion and garlic in butter until tender. Stir in the soup, corn, milk, cream cheese and pepper. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until cream cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts :
SUPER SIMPLE CORN CHOWDER
A very quick and easy soup perfect for cold winter days. I like to make this with cheddar cheese biscuits. Mmmmmmm!
Provided by Aimchick
Categories Chowders
Time 1h
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Dice the bacon into thin strips and fry in soup pot until crispy.
- Remove bacon from pot and put on a paper towel to drain.
- Sautee onion in the bacon drippings until tender.
- Add potatoes and water and simmer until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in remaining ingredients and cook until heated, stirring frequently.
- Top with crispy bacon before serving.
THE BEST CORN CHOWDER
This recipe was given to me by a good friend 15 years ago. I have yet to find a better corn chowder recipe. Anytime I am asked to bring a soup to a church social or other event, this is the soup I aways bring. I always double this recipe - a single recipe is never enough.
Provided by Overton Fam
Categories Chowders
Time 50m
Yield 4-6 cups, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cook bacon and break into small pieces. Set aside.
- In a heavy saucepan over low heat, saute onion, celery and carrots in 1 T. of oil (or in 1 T. bacon drippings) until they begin to soften. (approx 5 minutes).
- Add potatoes, salt and water. (You may need to add more water if the potatoes are not completely immersed - just add enough to immerse the potatoes.). Cover and cook gently until potatoes are tender. (approx. 15-20 minutes).
- Add corn, cream-style corn, milk, butter, and cracker crumbs. Heat to serving temperature without boiling.
- Stir in bacon pieces.
- Just before serving, add parsley and a generous grind of white pepper (to taste).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 614.8, Fat 28.1, SaturatedFat 11.8, Cholesterol 55.3, Sodium 1645.4, Carbohydrate 81.3, Fiber 7.9, Sugar 8.7, Protein 17.2
CORN CHOWDER - FAST AND GREAT
This is a velvety and delicious corn chowder with potatoes and bacon. Two kinds of cheese are stirred in at the last minute, giving this soup an unforgettable flavor.
Provided by JNICKEL
Categories Corn Chowder
Time 1h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook and stir the bacon until crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain off grease, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pot. Break the bacon into pieces in the pot.
- Place the onion in the pot, and cook until transparent, about 5 minutes. Mix in the potatoes, and cook until they begin to turn translucent, about 10 minutes more. Stir in the chicken broth, and season with oregano, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil over high heat, then cover, and simmer over low heat until the potatoes are soft, about 30 minutes. Pour in the cream-style corn and whole kernel corn, and cook for 10 more minutes.
- Stir in the cream, Monterey Jack cheese, and Cheddar cheese over low heat until the soup is hot and the cheeses have melted. Do not boil. Remove from the heat, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 343.9 calories, Carbohydrate 37.7 g, Cholesterol 53.9 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 455.5 mg, Sugar 3.9 g
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
Tips:
- For a creamier chowder, use half-and-half or heavy cream instead of milk.
- To make the chowder thicker, add more potatoes or corn. You can also mash some of the potatoes before adding them to the chowder.
- To add a smoky flavor to the chowder, cook the bacon in a pan over medium heat until it is crispy. Then, remove the bacon from the pan and add it to the chowder.
- To make the chowder more flavorful, use fresh herbs such as thyme, rosemary, or parsley. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a bit of heat.
- Serve the chowder hot with a side of crusty bread or crackers.
Conclusion:
Corn chowder is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it creamy or thick, smoky or spicy, there is a corn chowder recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a comforting and delicious soup, give corn chowder a try.
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