Description
Craving something warm, hearty, and soul-soothing for your next snow day? Amish Snow Day Soup is a creamy potato and corn chowder loaded with rustic flavor and down-to-earth ingredients. It’s the ultimate cold-weather comfort food — perfect as a quick dinner, satisfying lunch, or cozy family meal. Whether you’re exploring new dinner ideas or searching for a healthy snack with wholesome ingredients, this easy recipe checks all the boxes. With simple prep and classic flavors, it’s a great addition to your list of winter food ideas.
Ingredients
4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 cups frozen or canned corn, drained
1 cup diced cooked ham or 4 strips of thick-cut bacon, chopped
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
1. In a large Dutch oven, cook bacon or ham over medium heat until crispy or lightly browned. Remove and set aside.
2. Melt butter in the same pot. Add onion and cook until soft. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
3. Sprinkle in flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.
4. Slowly stir in the chicken broth and add diced potatoes. Bring to a simmer and cook until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
5. Add corn and cooked bacon or ham to the pot. Mix well.
6. Pour in milk and heavy cream. Stir and heat gently without boiling.
7. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Let simmer for 5 more minutes.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and black pepper.
Notes
For a thicker texture, mash a few potatoes in the pot or use an immersion blender.
Use vegetable broth and omit the meat for a flavorful vegetarian version.
Always heat gently after adding milk or cream to avoid curdling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: snow day soup, potato corn soup, easy dinner, quick comfort food, cold weather meals