Creamy Corn Chowder

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Summary

Experience the comforting warmth of Creamy Corn Chowder, a perfect blend of flavors and textures. This hearty soup combines tender onions, red bell pepper, and organic celery with sweet potatoes and organic corn, all simmered in a savory vegetable broth. Fresh thyme, ground cumin, and turmeric add depth and warmth, while coconut milk creates a rich, creamy texture. Garnish with green onions, parsley, and a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes for an optional spicy twist. Whether you prefer it mild or with a bit of heat, this Creamy Corn Chowder is a delicious and nourishing meal that will warm you from the inside out. Enjoy it as a cozy lunch or dinner that's sure to please the whole family.

Yields4 ServingsPrep Time15 minsCook Time20 minsTotal Time35 mins

Ingredients

 1 cup onion (chopped)
 1 cup red bell pepper (chopped)
 1 cup organic celery (chopped)
 1 tbsp fresh thyme
 2 tsp ground cumin
 1 tsp ground turmeric
 1 tsp onion powder
 ½ tsp salt (optional)
 ¼ tsp ground black pepper (optional)
 2 cups organic corn (frozen or fresh)
 2 cups sweet potatoes (diced into ½-inch pieces, skin on)
 4 cups vegetable broth (unsalted, preferably homemade)
 2 tbsp arrowroot powder (or organic cornstarch)
 2 tbsp water
 13.50 oz coconut milk (light, BPA-free canned)
 2 tbsp green onion (sliced, green and white portion)
 ¼ cup parsley (or cilantro, chopped)
 crushed red pepper flakes (optional; or minced jalapeño peppers, to taste)

Directions

1

Heat a large stockpot on medium-high heat. Add the onion, celery, and red bell pepper. Stir continuously until the onion is translucent, about 2–3 minutes.

2

Stir in the thyme, turmeric, cumin, onion powder, salt and pepper, if using. Cook for another minute.

3

Add the corn, potatoes, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil then simmer until the potato is tender, about 10 minutes.

4

Meanwhile, whisk together the arrowroot powder and water in a small bowl until the arrowroot powder is dissolved.

5

Once the sweet potatoes are tender, slowly pour the arrowroot mixture into the pot, stirring constantly.

6

Once the chowder thickens slightly, remove it from the heat and slowly stir in the coconut milk (slowly to keep it from curdling).

7

Taste and adjust corn chowder for more seasoning. Divide into bowls and top with sliced green onions and parsley or cilantro, as well as optional crushed red pepper flakes or minced jalapeño).

Chef's Notes

Substitutions
For the onion, use yellow or white. Shallots can also be used in place of onion.

For the bell pepper, use orange, yellow or green bell pepper in place of red bell pepper.

Use fresh oregano in place of fresh thyme. Or, use 1 teaspoon of dried thyme in place of the fresh (however, we do recommend fresh over dried for the best flavor).

Instead of sweet potatoes, use organic red, purple or golden potatoes.

Prep ahead
Pre-cut the onions, peppers, and celery and store in airtight containers for up to 3 days.

Make it Spicy
Add 2 tablespoons of minced jalapeños or crushed red pepper flakes as garnish on top.

Storage
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 30 days.

Reheating
When ready to serve, reheat the corn chowder over low heat; don't let it boil.

Ingredients

 1 cup onion (chopped)
 1 cup red bell pepper (chopped)
 1 cup organic celery (chopped)
 1 tbsp fresh thyme
 2 tsp ground cumin
 1 tsp ground turmeric
 1 tsp onion powder
 ½ tsp salt (optional)
 ¼ tsp ground black pepper (optional)
 2 cups organic corn (frozen or fresh)
 2 cups sweet potatoes (diced into ½-inch pieces, skin on)
 4 cups vegetable broth (unsalted, preferably homemade)
 2 tbsp arrowroot powder (or organic cornstarch)
 2 tbsp water
 13.50 oz coconut milk (light, BPA-free canned)
 2 tbsp green onion (sliced, green and white portion)
 ¼ cup parsley (or cilantro, chopped)
 crushed red pepper flakes (optional; or minced jalapeño peppers, to taste)

Directions

1

Heat a large stockpot on medium-high heat. Add the onion, celery, and red bell pepper. Stir continuously until the onion is translucent, about 2–3 minutes.

2

Stir in the thyme, turmeric, cumin, onion powder, salt and pepper, if using. Cook for another minute.

3

Add the corn, potatoes, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil then simmer until the potato is tender, about 10 minutes.

4

Meanwhile, whisk together the arrowroot powder and water in a small bowl until the arrowroot powder is dissolved.

5

Once the sweet potatoes are tender, slowly pour the arrowroot mixture into the pot, stirring constantly.

6

Once the chowder thickens slightly, remove it from the heat and slowly stir in the coconut milk (slowly to keep it from curdling).

7

Taste and adjust corn chowder for more seasoning. Divide into bowls and top with sliced green onions and parsley or cilantro, as well as optional crushed red pepper flakes or minced jalapeño).

Notes

Creamy Corn Chowder