Virtually Fat Free Corn Chowder Recipes

LOWFAT CREAMY POTATO CORN CHOWDER

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, stir together the corn, potato, onion, water, chicken bouillon, and black pepper.
• Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 10 minutes or just until potatoes and corn are tender, stirring occasionally.
• Stir in the half cup of milk and continue to simmer.
• Meanwhile, in a small bowl, stir together dry milk and flour.
• Gradually stir in the 1/4 C of milk until smooth.
• Pour the milk and flour mixture into to corn, potato, and onion mixture.
• Cook and stir until thick and bubbly.
• Top with cheese and ham or bacon, if desired.

LOW-FAT CREAMY CORN CHOWDER

Steps:

• In large saucepan add water, onions, carrots, celery and pepper.
• Cover and cook on high heat until water comes to a boil.
• Reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender.
• Stir in corn, milk, and cheese and return soup to a boil.
• Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.

VIRTUALLY FAT FREE CORN CHOWDER

Steps:

• In a blender or food processor combine 1 cup (8 oz) of vegetable broth, 1 cup corn kernels, half the onions and half the potatoes; process into a coarse puree.
• Pour puree mixture into a large non-stick saucepan and bring to an almost boil over medium-high heat.
• Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally 10 minutes.
• Mix in the leeks, red peppers, green peppers, sugar (or sugar substitute) cumin, thyme and curry powder.
• Add the remaining corn kernels, onions, and potatoes.
• Cover and cook 10 to 12 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
• Should a thinner consistency be desired simply add the additional 1/2 cup broth.
• Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
• Enjoy!