Creamy Corn Velouté
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This creamy corn velouté is one of my go to comfort soups that comes together in under an hour. Sweet corn kernels blended into a silky smooth base make it feel fancy without any fuss, and honestly, it's one of the most budget friendly dishes I make regularly. Corn is packed with antioxidants and fiber, so you're getting something nourishing along with pure deliciousness. The whole thing takes just fifteen minutes to prep and thirty to cook, which means you can have a restaurant quality soup on the table on a busy weeknight. Fresh cilantro adds a lovely brightness at the end that transforms each spoonful.
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Ingredients
- 50 gbutter
- 1onion
- 3garlic
- 600 gcorn kernels
- 800 mlchicken or vegetable broth
- 200 mlheavy cream
- 100 mlmilk
- 1 gpaprika
- 1 gsalt
- 1 gblack pepper
- ½ gcayenne pepper
- 1fresh cilantro(for garnish)
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Instructions
- 1
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Tip: Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
- 2
Add the onion and garlic and sauté until the onion is translucent.
Tip: Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- 3
Add the paprika, salt, and black pepper and stir to combine.
Tip: Cook for 1-2 minutes, until the spices are fragrant.
- 4
Add the corn kernels and stir to combine.
Tip: Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the corn is slightly tender.
- 5
Add the broth and bring to a boil.
Tip: Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, until the corn is tender.
- 6
Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
Tip: Alternatively, you can transfer the soup to a blender and blend in batches.
- 7
Return the soup to the saucepan and add the heavy cream and milk.
Tip: Stir to combine and heat over low heat until the cream is heated through.
- 8
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Tip: Add more salt, pepper, or cayenne pepper to taste.
- 9
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Tip: You can also serve with a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of paprika, if desired.
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