Moosewood’s Crema De Elote (Creamy Corn Soup)

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 1
Moosewood's Crema De Elote (Creamy Corn Soup) recipe
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Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup onion , chopped
1 garlic clove , minced
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon coriander seed , ground
1 teaspoon cumin seed , ground
1 tablespoon chile , minced ( or to taste )
1 1/2 cups fresh tomatoes , chopped
2 cups potatoes , diced
1 bell pepper , chopped ( a combination of colored ones is nice )
2 cups vegetable stock
2 1/2 cups corn , fresh cut from the cob ( or frozen )
1 cup milk
1/2 cup monterey jack cheese , grated
salt , to taste
fresh ground black pepper , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
298
Sugar
10g
Fat
15g
Moosewood's Crema De Elote (Creamy Corn Soup) is a delicious and flavorful soup that originated at the Moosewood Restaurant in Ithaca, New York. This soup is a popular recipe from the Moosewood Collective's cookbook series, which focuses on vegetarian and vegan cuisine. The soup is rich and creamy, with a spicy kick from the chili and a subtle sweetness from the corn and tomatoes. It is perfect for a cozy fall evening or as part of a harvest celebration.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, melt butter or heat oil and sauté onions and garlic until soft.
2.Add in coriander, cumin, chili, tomatoes, potatoes, bell peppers and vegetable stock. Simmer until potatoes are soft, about 20 minutes.
3.Add in corn and milk and continue to simmer for 10 more minutes.
4.Puree soup in batches in a blender, or use an immersion blender to puree in the pot. Return soup to the pot and stir in grated Monterey Jack cheese, salt, and black pepper.

PROS

Moosewood’s Crema De Elote is a delicious and satisfying soup that is perfect for cooler weather.
It is also a great way to use fresh corn when it is in season.

It is vegetarian and gluten-free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary needs.

CONS

This soup contains butter, milk, and cheese, so it is not suitable for vegans or those with a lactose intolerance.

Pureeing the soup can be messy and time-consuming, so it may not be the best option for a busy weeknight meal.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is full of healthy ingredients like fresh vegetables, potatoes, and vegetable stock. Corn is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C, and it also contains antioxidants that help protect the body from damage. Monterey Jack cheese is a good source of calcium and protein.

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