Meals Matter

Fresh Corn and Tomato Chowder

Contributed By: lmsknb1
Yahoo! Health

Delicious soup that truly is a meal!

Ingredients

2 Ears fresh corn

1/2 Red or green bell pepper, seeded and diced

1 pinch Thyme or oregano

1 can Reduced-fat cream of celery soup

2 c Low-fat milk

1 Large vine-ripened tomato, seeded and diced

Preparation

Cut corn kernels from cobs using a serrated knife.

Spray a dutch oven or deep skillet with nonstick cooking spray; heat pan over medium-high heat. Add corn an dbell pepper anc cook, stirring, until the vegetables are warmed through, about 4 minutes. Season with thyme or oregano, salt and pepper.

Add soup and milk; stir until hot but not boiling. Add tomato and heat a few seconds. Ladle into bowls and garnish with more herbs or sliced scallions.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Vegetables
Actual Cooking Time: Less than 15 minutes
Number of Servings: 4
Origin: American
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Nutrition Content: Good Source of Calcium
Meal Type: Soups & Stews

Nutrient Information

Calories: 210
Total Fat: 5 g
Saturated Fat: 2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g
Carbohydrates: 37 g
Protein: 9 g
Vitamin A: 209 RE
Vitamin C: 41 mg
Calcium: 200 mg
Sodium: 939 mg
Iron: 1 mg
Fiber: 4 g