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Comforting Potato & Carrot Chowder

The Best Comforting Potato & Carrot Chowder to Warm Your Soul

This Comforting Potato & Carrot Chowder brings warmth and nourishment in every bowl, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chowder Base
  • 4 cups Potatoes, starchy varieties like Russets
  • 2 cups Carrots, peeled and diced
  • 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 4 cups Vegetable broth low-sodium
For Creaminess and Flavor
  • 1 cup Heavy cream or coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons Butter small knob
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme or rosemary aromatic herbs
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper to taste
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup Bacon bits for a smoky twist
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley or chives for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

For the Chowder Base
  1. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat, then cook onion for 3–4 minutes until soft; add garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
  2. Stir in diced carrots and potatoes, coating them well in butter; cook for 2 minutes to deepen flavor.
  3. Pour in vegetable broth, scraping up any browned bits. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook until vegetables are fork-tender, about 15 minutes.
To Finish
  1. Partially mash the soup with a potato masher or immersion blender, leaving some chunky bits for a hearty feel.
  2. Lower heat, pour in heavy cream (or coconut milk), and stir until the chowder is silky smooth (about 3 minutes).
  3. Add fresh thyme, salt, and pepper; simmer for 2 more minutes, then taste and adjust seasoning.
Optional Garnish
  1. Sprinkle with crispy bacon bits or chopped chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Use starchy potatoes for a creamy base and fresh herbs for flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently.

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