Corn Chowder

Name: Corn Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 6 ears fresh sweet corn (husks and silks removed); 2 tablespoons butter or vegan butter; 1 medium yellow onion (chopped); 3 celery stalks (chopped); 1 red bell pepper (stemmed, seeded, and diced); 3 garlic cloves (chopped); 5 cups water; 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (chopped); 2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning; 2 teaspoons sea salt; ½ teaspoon dried thyme; ½ teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 bay leaf; Pinches of cayenne pepper; ⅓ cup raw cashews*; 1½ tablespoons fresh lemon juice; Chopped chives (for garnish); Freshly ground black pepper; Sour cream or vegan sour cream (optional, for serving)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:45min

Packed with corn and potatoes, this easy corn chowder recipe is hearty, comforting, and flavorful. I offer two variations below: a dairy-free version with raw cashews or a more traditional one with heavy cream. Both yield a delicious, creamy soup that I think you'll love!

Updated at: Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:36:29 GMT