Curried Corn and Pepper Chowder (GF)

Curried Corn and Pepper Chowder (GF)

Courtesy of The Soyfoods Council 4 Servings • 15 Min. Prep Time • 15 Min. Cook Time
Ingredients
2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
1/2 c. finely chopped green bell pepper
1/2 c. finely chopped red bell pepper
1/4 c. minced shallots
2 tsp. curry powder, or to taste
1/2 tsp. salt
3 c. fresh corn or one 16-oz. bag frozen corn, thawed (about 3 c.)
1c. vegetable stock
1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper, or to taste
3 c. plain, unflavored soymilk
1/2 c. shredded cheddar cheese

Directions:

1. Heat the oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the bell peppers; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 4 min. Add the shallots during the last min; stir until tender but not browned. Add the curry powder and salt; stir for 1 min.

2. Stir in the corn, vegetable stock, and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to medium; cover and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 min.

3. Transfer 2 c. of the corn mixture to a blender or food processor. Add 1 c. of the soy milk. Process until the mixture is nearly smooth. Pour the puréed mixture into the saucepan; stir in the remaining soy milk. Stir gently over medium heat until the mixture is heated through, about 5 min. Sprinkle each serving with 2 Tbsp. cheese.

Nutrition:

Calories: 326; Total Fat: 17g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 16mg; Total Carbs: 36g; Fiber: 6g; Protein: 15g; Sodium: 594mg;