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As the temperature drops and the days grow shorter, there's nothing quite like a warm bowl of comfort food to lift your spirits. Comfort food has a special place in our hearts, providing solace and warmth during the colder months. One dish that epitomizes this cozy feeling is Cozy Garlic Corn Chowder—a delightful blend of simplicity and rich flavors that warms both the body and soul.

Cozy Garlic Corn Chowder

A warm and comforting chowder made with corn, potatoes, and garlic, perfect for chilly days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 4.0 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
  • 1.0 medium onion, diced
  • 4.0 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2.0 medium potatoes, diced
  • 4.0 cups vegetable broth
  • 1.0 cup heavy cream
  • 3.0 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1.0 teaspoon thyme
  • 1.0 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • None to taste salt
  • None to taste pepper
  • None to garnish fresh parsley or chives

Instructions
 

  • Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Add Potatoes and Corn: Add the diced potatoes and corn kernels to the pot. Stir to combine, allowing the flavors to meld for about 3-4 minutes.
  • Pour in Broth: Pour in the vegetable broth and bring everything to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  • Blend for Creaminess: Using an immersion blender, blend part of the chowder to create a creamy texture while leaving some chunks for heartiness. (If you don’t have an immersion blender, carefully transfer about half of the chowder to a regular blender, blend until smooth, and return it to the pot.)
  • Flavor It Up: Stir in the heavy cream, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for another 5 minutes on low heat, allowing all the flavors to come together.
  • Serve and Garnish: Ladle the chowder into bowls. If desired, top with fresh parsley or chives and crispy bacon bits for an extra crunch.
  • Enjoy the Cozy Flavors: Serve hot with crusty bread or a side salad for an ultimate cozy meal experience.

Notes

Optional: crispy bacon bits for topping.
Keyword chowder, corn, soup