Vegetarian Slow Cooker Corn Chowder

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced (1 tablespoon)
• 3 cups diced potatoes (from 6-7 small potatoes)
• 1 (15-ounce) can cream-style corn
• 1 (15-ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

6-8 hours on low, or 3-4 hours on high

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Place all ingredients in a slow cooker.
2. Stir well.
3. Cover and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours, or on high heat for 3-4 hours.
4. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Nutritional Information:

(Per serving, based on 8 servings)

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 5 grams
• Saturated Fat: 1 gram
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Carbohydrates: 45 grams
• Fiber: 5 grams
• Protein: 5 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and comforting
• Packed with corn flavor
• Rich in vegetables
• Perfect for a cold day or as a light lunch

User Comments:

• "This is the best vegetarian corn chowder I've ever had. It's so creamy and flavorful."
• "I love how easy this recipe is to make. I just threw everything in the slow cooker and let it cook all day."
• "This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and satisfying."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have fresh parsley or chives, you can use 1/4 cup dried parsley or rosemary instead.
• To make the chowder even creamier, use 1 cup of half-and-half or heavy cream instead of 1 cup of vegetable broth.
• Serve the chowder with crusty bread or crackers for dipping.