VIRTUALLY FAT FREE CORN CHOWDER

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Yes, here is another delicious soup recipe from "Fabulous Fat Free Cooking" I know you will enjoy. Posted for those looking for some hearty low-fat recipes.

Provided by - Carla -

Categories     Chowders

Time 50m

Yield 8 Cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups vegetable broth (12oz)
2 cups fresh whole kernel corn
2 medium onions, chopped
1 medium potato, diced
1 medium leek, finely chopped (whites and greens)
3/4 cup finely diced sweet red pepper
1/4 cup finely diced green pepper
1/2 teaspoon sugar or 1/2 teaspoon sugar substitute
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
salt
fresh ground pepper

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!

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