Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Roasted Corn Chowder, where sweet corn meets smoky flavors for a delightful experience. This comforting dish is perfect for chilly evenings, turning everyday moments into cherished memories. With its rich texture and vibrant colors, this chowder is not only satisfying but also adaptable for any occasion, making it the star of your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 ears fresh corn (or 3 cups frozen corn)
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional)
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Husk and clean corn; place on a baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes until slightly charred.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter or oil. Sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic, thyme, and cayenne; sauté for another minute.
- Stir in diced potatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Blend half the roasted corn with some broth until smooth; return to pot along with remaining corn and heavy cream. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, topped with crispy bacon if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg