Corn, Tomato And Basil Chowder Recipe

Name: Corn, Tomato And Basil Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 ears corn, shucked; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 shallot, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 4 cups vegetable broth; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 lb waxy potato, cut into 1/2 inch cubes (red or Yukon Gold); 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped; 1/2 lime, juice of; creme fraiche (optional) or sour cream, for serving (optional)

Servings: persons

6 ears corn, shucked
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large onion, chopped
1 shallot, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
4 cups vegetable broth
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 lb waxy potato, cut into 1/2 inch cubes (red or Yukon Gold)
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
1/2 lime, juice of
creme fraiche (optional) or sour cream, for serving (optional)

1
Slice corn kernels off cob and place in a bowl. Run the back of a knife along each cob to remove additional corn pulp and add to bowl; reserve cobs.
2
In a medium soup pot or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in onion, shallot and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
3
Add broth, reserved cobs, 1 cup water and 1 teaspoon salt to pot. Bring to a boil over high heat. Immediately reduce heat to medium and simmer for 10 minutes. Add potatoes and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes longer. Remove cobs and discard.
4
Stir in corn kernels and pulp, tomatoes, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes more. Stir in the basil and lime juice. Turn off heat and let soup cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. Serve warm with a dollop of creme fraiche or sour cream if desired.

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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.
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: 6 ears corn, shucked, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 large onion, chopped, 1 shallot, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Corn, Tomato And Basil 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.

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Corn, Tomato And Basil Chowder

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