Smoked Vegetable & Corn Chowder with Smoked Gouda

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A creamy, smoky chowder featuring local corn, heirloom vegetables, and melted smoked Gouda, finished with fresh thyme. This southern american-inspired soups ready in about 45 minutes pairs corn kernels, smoked Gouda, carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Southern American cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cut 1 cup carrots and 1/2 cup celery into 1/4-inch dice. Dice 1/2 cup yellow onion. Mince 2 garlic cloves.
  2. Step 2: Melt 1 tbsp butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery, and cook for 7-8 minutes until softened.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute, then slowly whisk in 3 cups chicken stock.
  4. Step 4: Add 2 cups corn kernels, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 15 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat. Stir in 1 cup smoked Gouda until melted, then add 1/2 cup heavy cream and 2 tbsp fresh thyme.
  6. Step 6: Return to low heat and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened and heated through, stirring constantly.
  7. Step 7: Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot, garnished with additional thyme.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Smoked Vegetable & Corn Chowder with Smoked Gouda take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Smoked Vegetable & Corn Chowder with Smoked Gouda?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep corn kernels from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Smoked Vegetable & Corn Chowder with Smoked Gouda?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Smoked Vegetable & Corn Chowder with Smoked Gouda for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Smoked Vegetable & Corn Chowder with Smoked Gouda?

Southern American soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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