Summer Corn and Zucchini Chowder
Summer heat usually produces and overabundance of sweet summer corn and zucchini. Many people try to find new and inventive ways of using them up. Here is a great recipe to try...this delightful and healthy Summer Corn and Zucchini Chowder. It's packed full of fresh ingredients from your garden or local farmer's market. It's summer in a bowl...enjoy!
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels about 4 ears
- 2 cups diced zucchini
- 1 cup diced potatoes
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced onions
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions, garlic, carrots, and potatoes. Cook until vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Zucchini and Corn: Stir in diced zucchini and corn kernels. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Add Broth and Simmer: Pour in vegetable broth. Add thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 15 minutes.
- Blend and Add Milk: Using an immersion blender, blend the chowder until partially smooth, leaving some chunks for texture. Stir in the milk and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Serve: Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
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