Easy Vegetarian Corn Chowder Recipe

This hearty corn chowder is a comforting and satisfying dish perfect for any time of the year. It combines fresh vegetables and creamy broth to create a deliciously rich and flavorful soup.

Ingredients

This recipe is designed to yield 6 servings. Ingredient amounts are automatically adjusted for scaling, but cooking times and steps remain unchanged. Note that not all recipes scale perfectly.

• 6 tablespoons butter
• cup diced onion
• cup diced celery
• 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 (14.5 ounce) cans vegetable broth
• 2 (15 ounce) cans creamed corn
• 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
• 2 tablespoons shredded carrot
• 1 cup half-and-half cream
• cup skim milk
• teaspoon ground nutmeg
• teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 pinch salt

Directions

1. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
2. Add the diced onions and celery, and cook for 3 minutes until softened.
3. Whisk in the flour and continue cooking for another 6 minutes, until the mixture turns light brown.
4. Slowly whisk in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 10 minutes to blend the flavors.
5. Stir in the creamed corn, whole kernel corn, shredded carrot, half-and-half cream, skim milk, ground nutmeg, black pepper, and salt.
6. Simmer the mixture over low heat for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the soup thickens and becomes creamy.
7. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious corn chowder!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.