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Creamy Corn Soup with Queso Fresco

A creamy corn soup made with fresh sweet summer corn thickened with a potato that's sweet and savory topped with queso fresco or cotija cheese.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 206 kcal
Course: Soup
Cuisine: South American , Colombian

Ingredients

  • 1/2 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1/3 cup chopped scallions (plus more for garnish)
  • 1 garlic clove (chopped)
  • 4 cups fresh corn kernels (cut from the cob (from 5 medium))
  • 1 oz russet potato (peeled and diced small)
  • 4 cups low fat milk
  • 1 chicken or veggie bouillon cube (or 1 teaspoon Better than Bouillon)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (divided)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt (or more to taste)
  • 3 oz crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese (about 6 tbsp, or more to taste)

Instructions

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  1. Heat a medium heavy pot or Dutch oven on medium heat.
  2. Add oil and sauté scallions and garlic for 1 minute.
  3. Add the corn, potatoes, milk, bouillon, 1 teaspoon salt and 1 tablespoon of cilantro in a large pot and bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer for approximately 25 minutes or until the potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
  5. Remove from heat and reserve 6 tablespoons of the corn kernels for topping.
  6. Purée in the blender in two batches until really smooth, careful not to burn yourself; return to the pot.
  7. Adjust salt and pepper, to taste and heat over low heat 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. Pour into 6 bowls and garnish each bowl with 1 tablespoon each of corn kernels and cheese.
  9. Top with fresh cilantro and/or scallions.

Notes

  • Makes 7 cups

Nutrition Information

Serving 1generous cup Calories 206kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 28.5g (10%) Protein 11.5g (23%) Fat 6.5g (10%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 18mg (6%) Sodium 462.5mg (19%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 14g (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 206

% Daily Value*

Serving 1generous cup
Calories 206kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 28.5g 10%
Protein 11.5g 23%
Fat 6.5g 10%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 18mg 6%
Sodium 462.5mg 19%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 14g 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.