I make this chowder when the day feels long and the air sits cold. Sweet corn meets tender potato. Cream wraps each spoon with quiet comfort. The pot hums. Steam lifts. I taste and grin. It feels a bit like a sweater for dinner. We learned the trick during a storm. Lights blinked. We chopped fast and joked about camping in the living room. The broth simmered. Thyme drifted up and the room relaxed. Vegetarian Soup Recipes line my notebook and this one holds a top spot next to a scribble that says 13 bean soup recipe and another that says 3 bean salad recipe healthy. I keep notes for broccoli soup crockpot and brócoli cheddar soup for the next slow night. A friend swears by baked french onion soup when the wind howls so I filed that in the same folder. This chowder tastes sweet and creamy with a little bite from onion and pepper. Each spoon brings soft potato and juicy corn. It is easy to cook and even easier to eat. I serve a warm roll and a small salad and call it good. If you want a gentle wellness bowl I whisper about antiiinflammatory soup too. Tonight we go with corn and we do not regret it.
Table of Contents
- 1) Key Takeaways
- 2) Easy Creamy Corn Chowder Recipe
- 3) Ingredients for Creamy Corn Chowder
- 4) How to Make Creamy Corn Chowder
- 5) Tips for Making Creamy Corn Chowder
- 6) Making Creamy Corn Chowder Ahead of Time
- 7) Storing Leftover Creamy Corn Chowder
- 8) Try these soups next
- 9) Creamy Corn Chowder
- 10) Nutrition
1) Key Takeaways
We cook for comfort and we cook for taste. Vegetarian Soup Recipes guide that promise. Vegetarian Soup Recipes anchor this bowl with corn and potato that sit cozy in a creamy base. I keep the seasoning simple so the corn can speak. I skip bacon and let butter and thyme do the work. The flavor lands clean and warm.
I test this often in my small kitchen. Steam fogs the window. A spoon clinks the pot. The chowder thickens fast. The texture feels lush yet light. It works for a lazy weeknight and feels right for a weekend lunch. The bowl travels well for desk meals too.
From Camila at Camila Cooks, this recipe reads friendly and cooks quick. I track notes and adjust salt near the end. I smile when the first taste hits sweet then savory. If you love vegetarian soups and plant based comfort, this one earns a spot on repeat.
2) Easy Creamy Corn Chowder Recipe
This chowder starts with a heavy pot and a steady flame. Butter meets onion. Garlic joins. Flour follows and turns silky with broth. Potatoes soften. Corn pops sweet. Cream rounds the edges. The steps stay short and friendly. The smell says dinner soon.
I learned the flow during a storm that tried to spook us. The lights blinked. We kept chopping. The pot hummed like a space heater with better perks. A friend walked in just as the chowder set. She stayed for two bowls and a story about her first apartment stove that ran hot on one side. We laughed and stirred from the calm side.
This fits meatless soup ideas with heart. It feels like a hug without the weight. If you track vegetarian soups, tag this under easy weeknight soup and corn soup. It sits in the big family of plant based soups and tastes like home.
3) Ingredients for Creamy Corn Chowder
Butter I start with a small knob that melts smooth and helps the onion turn tender and sweet.
Yellow onion One medium onion brings mild bite and adds body to the base as it softens.
Garlic Two cloves feel right to me. They bloom fast and give a soft savory note.
All purpose flour A small scoop thickens the broth and keeps the chowder creamy and stable.
Vegetable broth A clean stock keeps the flavor bright and keeps this dish fully vegetarian.
Corn kernels Fresh when the season smiles. Frozen when time runs tight. Canned works if drained well.
Russet potatoes I peel and dice small so they cook fast and lend their starch for body.
Heavy cream A cup smooths the soup and gives that classic chowder feel without meat.
Dried thyme Just a teaspoon adds an herby echo that pairs well with sweet corn.
Kosher salt I season in layers and taste near the end to hit that sweet spot.
Black pepper A few twists wake up the bowl and balance the cream.
Green onion Sliced thin for a fresh snap on top. It looks good and tastes bright.
4) How to Make Creamy Corn Chowder
Step one Melt butter in a heavy pot over medium heat. Stir in onion and cook until soft and clear.
Step two Add garlic and stir for one minute. Sprinkle flour and stir to make a smooth paste.
Step three Whisk in broth a little at a time until silky. Add potatoes and corn. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Step four Cook until potatoes turn tender. Lower the heat and pour in cream. Add thyme salt and pepper.
Step five Taste and adjust the salt. Ladle into warm bowls. Top with green onion. For extra body, give two quick pulses with an immersion blender.
5) Tips for Making Creamy Corn Chowder
Salt the broth in small steps and keep tasting. The corn reads sweet so the salt helps the balance. If you want a mild kick, add a pinch of smoked paprika. It brings a cozy campfire vibe without meat.
Cut the potatoes even so they cook in sync. Small dice makes a spoon friendly bite and shortens the simmer. If you like extra thick soup, mash a few cubes against the pot wall and stir them back in.
Serve with a roll or a small green salad. The soup fits Vegetarian Soup Recipes and pairs well with a crisp apple on the side. For a longtail twist try creamy corn chowder without bacon and see how clean the flavor tastes.
6) Making Creamy Corn Chowder Ahead of Time
I make a batch on Sunday and tuck it in the fridge for busy nights. The flavor deepens by day two. The texture stays smooth when I reheat slow over low heat and stir now and then.
To hold the fresh snap of the garnish I slice green onion right before serving. I keep extra broth on hand in case the chowder thickens after a rest. A small splash brings it back to silky.
This fits plant based soups that work for meal prep. Label the container and plan your sides. I like easy weeknight soup energy here and I love how one pot vegetarian corn chowder saves dishes and stress.
7) Storing Leftover Creamy Corn Chowder
Cool the soup to warm room temp before you cover it. Move it to a tight container. Slide it into the fridge for up to two days. The flavor stays bright and the corn holds a nice bite.
Reheat on low in a small pot. Add a splash of broth if it feels too thick. Stir gentle so the cream stays smooth. Skip a hard boil. The soup thanks you for the patience.
Freeze friendly notes are mixed for cream soups. I keep this one in the fridge and make fresh when guests come. For a freezer win I make the base without cream then add cream when I reheat.
8) Try these soups next
9) Creamy Corn Chowder
Creamy Corn Chowder for Cozy Nights Vegetarian Soup Recipes
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons all purpose flour
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 3 cups corn kernels fresh frozen or canned drained
- 2 medium potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 green onions sliced for garnish optional
Instructions
- Melt butter in a heavy pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft.
- Stir in garlic. Cook one minute.
- Sprinkle in flour. Stir to form a paste. Cook one minute to remove raw taste.
- Whisk in broth a little at a time. Stir until smooth.
- Add potatoes and corn. Bring to a gentle simmer. Cook until potatoes are just tender about 12 to 15 minutes.
- Lower the heat. Stir in cream thyme salt and pepper.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Ladle into bowls and top with green onions.
10) Nutrition
A full bowl brings steady energy. Corn adds natural sweetness and fiber. Potato adds comfort and helps you feel full. The cream brings richness so a small bowl satisfies fast.
If you watch sodium, taste before you add extra salt. Broth brands vary a lot. Pick low sodium broth and you control the finish. For a lighter swap use half and half or a splash of milk.
This sits well inside vegetarian soup recipes for families. It packs easy for school or work lunches. Pair it with a green salad and fruit for a simple balanced plate. Camila at Camila Cooks signs off with a happy spoon clink.
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