Best 10 Garden Chowder Recipes

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Garden chowder is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. It is a great way to use up fresh vegetables from your garden, and it can also be easily customized to your taste. This hearty and flavorful soup is perfect for a cold winter day, and it is also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a garden chowder recipe that everyone will enjoy.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

ZUCCHINI GARDEN CHOWDER



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Years ago, when my husband and I put in our first garden, a neighbor suggested zucchini since it's easy to grow. Our kids were reluctant to try new things, so I used our squash in this cheesy chowder-it met with solid approval from all of us! -Nanette Jordan, Flint, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 medium zucchini, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/3 cup butter, cubed
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups water
3 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Pinch sugar, optional
Additional minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute the zucchini, onion, parsley and basil in butter until vegetables are tender. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper. Gradually stir in water. Add the bouillon and lemon juice. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Add the tomatoes, milk and corn; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until corn is tender. , Just before serving, add cheeses; stir until melted. Stir in sugar. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 16g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 905mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

GARDEN VEGETABLE CHOWDER



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This creamy blend is chock-full of savory ingredients straight from the garden. -Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup butter
1 cup each diced potato, celery, cauliflower, carrot and broccoli
3 cups water
3 chicken bouillon cubes
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute green pepper and onion in butter until tender. Add the vegetables, water, bouillon, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. , Combine flour and milk until smooth; stir into pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add parsley. Just before serving, stir in cheese until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Fat 20g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 1083mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

GARDEN CHOWDER



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This is a very thick, rich, and hearty vegetable soup originally seen on the Passionate Homemaking blog.

Provided by Nourished Homestead

Categories     Chowders

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/4 cup butter
1 cup potato, diced
1 cup celery, diced
1 cup cauliflower, diced
1 cup carrot, diced
1 cup broccoli, diced
3 cups broth
1 teaspoon salt
3 garlic cloves
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup flour
2 cups milk
1 tablespoon parsley
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon coriander
1 teaspoon ground mustard
2 cups cheddar cheese, chredded

Steps:

  • In a stock pot, saute green pepper and onion in butter until tender.
  • Add vegetables, broth, salt, and pepper and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover and simmer 20 minutes.
  • Combine flour and milk and stir slowly into soup.
  • Allow to thicken at a low temperature.
  • Add spices, and stir in cheddar until melted.
  • Serve immediately or allow to cool and store in the freezer for OAMC.

GARDEN VEGETABLE CHOWDER



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Vegetable     Quick & Easy     Bon Appétit

Yield 6 generous servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 16-ounce package frozen corn kernels
2 small red-skinned sweet potatoes (yams), peeled, diced
3 celery stalks, diced
2 small zucchini, diced
1 large carrot, diced
1 small onion, diced
2 teaspoons dried thyme
4 bay leaves
6 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
4 cups packed fresh spinach leaves (about 5 ounces)

Steps:

  • Melt butter in heavy large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add corn, yams, celery, zucchini, carrot, onion, thyme and bay leaves. Sauté until vegetables are light brown, about 10 minutes. Add broth and bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer soup until vegetables are very tender, about 45 minutes.
  • Remove bay leaves from soup. Puree 2 1/2 cups soup with vegetables in blender until smooth. Return puree to remaining soup. Add spinach and simmer until wilted, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

ZUCCHINI GARDEN CHOWDER



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This soup is amazing, my all time favorite. I found the recipe in an old Taste of Home magazine. Sometimes I add the cheddar cheese, sometimes I don't. It's delicious either way.

Provided by Sallyanne

Categories     Chowders

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 zucchini, chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley
1 teaspoon dried basil
3 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups water
3 chicken bouillon cubes
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 cup frozen corn
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
2 cups cheddar cheese (optional)
1 pinch sugar
additional chopped parsley

Steps:

  • In large kettle over medium heat, saute onion, zucchini, parsley, and basil in butter until tender.
  • Stir in flour, salt, and pepper.
  • Gradually stir in water.
  • Add bouillon and lemon juice; mix well.
  • Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes, milk, and corn; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until corn is tender.
  • Just before serving, stir in cheeses until melted.
  • Add sugar and garnish with parsley.

GARDEN HARVEST CHOWDER



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Make and share this Garden Harvest Chowder recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Shirl J 831

Categories     Chowders

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 lb bacon, fine chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/2 cup carrot, peeled and thin sliced
1 1/2 cups water
1/2 cup frozen peas
2 cups potatoes, peeled,cooked and mashed
1 (16 ounce) can creamed corn
2 cups milk
1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Fry bacon, celery,onion and carrots in 6qt pot till bacon is semi-crispy and veggies are tender.
  • Add water and peas, cook 15 minutes ofer medium heat till peas are tender.
  • Add remainging ingredients except cheese.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring occassionally, till heated through.
  • Add cheese, stirring till melted, but not boiling.

GARDEN CHOWDER



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Garden chowder is a reliable weeknight meal - it's on the table in minimal time and is a family favorite. I especially like the versatility of this recipe; I can use up whatever vegetables I have in the fridge or I can plan and purchase vegetables specifically for the soup. Don't like bell pepper? No sweat - add something you...

Provided by Jennifer H

Categories     Vegetable Soup

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 c diced onion
1/4 c butter
1 c each: diced celery, chopped broccoli, diced carrot, sliced mushrooms, chopped cauliflower, diced bell pepper
3 small diced gold or red potato
4 c chicken or vegetable broth
1 c dry white wine (optional)
1/2 c flour
2 c milk
1 tsp garlic salt
3 c shredded cheddar
additional salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
  • 2. Add all diced vegetables.
  • 3. Sprinkle with garlic salt and pepper and saute for 5 minutes.
  • 4. Add broth and wine (if using). Cook until potatoes are tender - about 15-20 minutes.
  • 5. Wisk the flour into the milk. Add to the pot and cook over medium-low heat until slightly thickened - 5-7 minutes.
  • 6. Remove from heat and stir in cheese until melted.
  • 7. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.

ZUCCHINI GARDEN CHOWDER RECIPE



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Provided by á-100

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 T butter
2 medium zucchini, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 T. fresh parsley
1 T. fresh basil
1/3 c. flour
3/4 t. salt
1/2 t. pepper
3 c. water
3 chicken or vegetable bouillon cubes
1 t. lemon juice
2 c. tomatoes
1 1/2 c. evaporated milk
2 c. corn
2 c. cheddar cheese
1/4 c. parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Melt butter in soup pot over medium heat. Add veggies and saute until tender. Stir flour and seasonings into vegetables. Gradually stir in water to make a smooth stock. Add bouillon and lemon juice and mix well. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and cook, stirring often, for 2 minutes. Add tomatoes, milk and corn. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes until corn is tender. Just before serving stir cheeses in until melted. Add pinch of sugar to taste and garnish with chopped parsley.

GARDEN PATCH CHOWDER



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SOOOO yummy!!!

Provided by Samantha Jacobs

Categories     Cheese Appetizers

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 cups chicken broth
4 cups boiling water
6 cups shredded white cheddar cheese
6 cups peeled chopped potatoes
1 teasppon salt
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup butter
1 cup chopped celery
8 oz evap milk
2 cups diced carrots
1 tbs dill chopped
1 1/2 cups broccoli
1/4 c butter
1/4 c ap flour

Steps:

  • 1. To Boiling water add potatoes
  • 2. in a large pan add butter and sautee all your veggies, remove veggies and put to the side. Sautee your chicken, move to the side. add 1/2 a cup of butter -melt it
  • 3. add your 1/2 cup flour to make a Roux. stir until light brown and a slight nutty flavor seems to be coming out of the pan.
  • 4. add your chicken stock and it should start to thicken. Add your veggies and chicken back to the thickened liquid. add the milk and bring to a boil.
  • 5. lower heat and gradually add shredded cheese and continue to stir to to keep smooth and prevent burning. add your potatoes, they should be falling apart tender, if your soup is too thick, thin with some potato water . Check vegetables to make sure they are tender.
  • 6. Salt to taste and garnish top of soup with dill if desired (optional) You can easily adjust amounts of ingredients for smaller pot of soup. (I always make a half batch)

GARDEN CHOWDER



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My family loves to eat, so I'm encouraged to spend lots of time in the kitchen! Featuring garden-fresh produce, this chowder quickly disappears both at home and at potlucks.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups chicken broth
1 medium tomato, peeled and diced
1 cup fresh broccoli florets
1 cup chopped carrots
1 cup frozen corn
1 cup thinly sliced zucchini
2 cups half-and-half cream
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion and celery in butter for 5 minutes. Add flour, salt and pepper; stir to form a smooth paste. Gradually add broth, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil; boil and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add tomato, broccoli, carrots, corn and zucchini; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add cream and cheese; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 17g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 709mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, seasonal vegetables. This will give your chowder the best flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables. There are many different types of vegetables that can be used in chowder, so feel free to mix and match until you find a combination that you like.
  • Be careful not to overcook the vegetables. Overcooked vegetables will become mushy and lose their flavor.
  • Use a good quality broth. The broth is the base of your chowder, so it's important to use one that is flavorful and has a rich taste. Look for a broth that is made with real vegetables and herbs.
  • Add some seafood. Seafood is a classic addition to chowder. You can use any type of seafood that you like, such as clams, mussels, shrimp, or fish.
  • Season your chowder to taste. Add salt, pepper, and any other herbs or spices that you like until the chowder reaches the desired flavor.
  • Serve your chowder hot. Chowder is best served hot, so make sure to reheat it thoroughly before serving.

Conclusion:

Garden chowder is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is packed with fresh vegetables and seafood, and it is sure to warm you up from the inside out. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give garden chowder a try.

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