Creamy Potato and Pea Chowder
Creamy Potato and Pea Chowder is a delightful comfort food that combines tender potatoes and sweet peas in a rich, velvety broth. Perfect for warming up on chilly nights!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 medium Russet potatoes (peeled and diced)
- 1 cup fresh or frozen green peas
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or full-fat coconut milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat a splash of oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion until translucent (3-5 minutes), then add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and diced potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
- Stir in the peas and cream (or coconut milk) and simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes.
- For a smoother chowder, use an immersion blender to blend to desired consistency, leaving some chunks for texture.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls and garnish with extra peas or fresh herbs as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 375g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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