Thu, May 24 2012

Sue's Famous Potato, Corn, and Leek Chowder

A surprisingly nutritious soup - a source of potassium, magnesium and calcium!
Ingredients
2 Tbs. butter 1 Tbs. olive oil 1 1/2 C. coarsely chopped leek (about 1 lg. leek) 1/2 C. finely chopped celery 1/2 C. finely chopped red bell pepper 2 C. whole milk 3 Tbs. all-purpose flour 3 C. fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth 2 C. fresh corn kernels (about 4 ears) 2 lb. cubed peeled Yukon gold or red potatoes 1 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 1/4 C. finely chopped fresh parsley 3 Tbs. chopped fresh chives
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Heat butter and oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add leek, celery, and bell pepper; cook 4 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring frequently. Combine milk and flour in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk. Slowly add milk mixture to pan, stirring constantly. Stir in broth, corn, potato, salt, and freshly ground black pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes or until potato is tender. Stir in parsley and chives.

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