Christmas Corn Chowder Recipe

Name: Christmas Corn Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium onions, finely chopped; 3 -4 celery ribs, finely chopped; 1 small red pepper, diced; 1 small green pepper, diced; 4 cups potatoes, diced (4 or 5 medium sized); 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 1/2 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth or 2 1/2 cups water, your choice; 2 cups half-and-half cream; 1 (16 ounce) bag frozen corn (or more); 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 3/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 cup butter, softened; 1/4 cup flour

Servings: persons

2 medium onions, finely chopped
3 -4 celery ribs, finely chopped
1 small red pepper, diced
1 small green pepper, diced
4 cups potatoes, diced (4 or 5 medium sized)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 1/2 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth or 2 1/2 cups water, your choice
2 cups half-and-half cream
1 (16 ounce) bag frozen corn (or more)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup flour

1
In a large saucepan, saute the onions, celery, red and green peppers in 4 Tbsp of unsalted butter, stirring constantly, until onion is translucent, or about 5 minutes.
2
Add the diced potatoes and broth, bring to a boil. Then turn down the heat, cover pan, and simmer for 10 minutes or until potatoes are just tender.
3
Cream flour and melted butter together and set aside.
4
Add corn, cream, and seasonings; mix well and then heat until small bubbles appear around the edges (scalding point).
5
Add flour and butter mixture to the pan, bit by bit, stirring well after each addition. Simmer until thickened.
6
Serve immediately with a sprinkle of parsley or freshly ground nutmeg. Can also be made ahead of time and kept warm in a crock pot.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium onions, finely chopped, 3 -4 celery ribs, finely chopped, 1 small red pepper, diced, 1 small green pepper, diced, and more.

Yes, Christmas Corn Chowder falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Christmas Corn Chowder

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Variations & substitutions

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