Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | we LOVED this fabulous #soup. It's filled with roasted #corn, veggies, #blackbeans, 2 #cheeses & cilantro. #TexMex #glutenfree

Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder

Teresa Ambra

Gluten Free Living – 2017

I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder. It combines the best of everything Tex-Mex in a wonderfully scrumptious chowder. It’s hearty, satisfying and oh, so comforting. First, I roasted fresh corn in paprika, chili powder, cumin, thyme and marjoram. If you don’t use marjoram in your cooking, you don’t know what you’re missing. It’s the perfect seasoning for breads, casseroles, soups and side dishes.

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I added celery, garlic, carrots, leeks and bell peppers for texture and taste. Then after all the veggies cooked, I added black beans, cream, half-and-half, two cheeses and finally cilantro. The outcome was awesome. I ate bowls full of this delicious soup for leftovers for several days.

While Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder is not particularly low calorie because of the amount of cream and cheese in the recipe, it is a clean eating recipe and wonderfully tasty nonetheless. It’s also gluten free and vegetarian if you’re trying to stay away from meat. Finally, it’s a terrific recipe for Meatless Mondays and to take to your office as leftovers for lunch.

If you want a fabulous chowder for your next family meal, or to serve for company, Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder should be on your menu. It’s seasoned well but not overly spicy by any means. I’m serious when I say you’ll be salivate over every bite!

Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | we LOVED this fabulous #soup. It's filled with roasted #corn, veggies, #blackbeans, 2 #cheeses & cilantro. #TexMex #glutenfree

Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder is awesome!

Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | we LOVED this fabulous #soup. It's filled with roasted #corn, veggies, #blackbeans, 2 #cheeses & cilantro. #TexMex #glutenfree

This soup is marvelous comfort food. Every bite will have you drooling!

Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | we LOVED this fabulous #soup. It's filled with roasted #corn, veggies, #blackbeans, 2 #cheeses & cilantro. #TexMex #glutenfree

I garnished Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder with additional cilantro, cheese and green onions. It was so wonderful.

Here’s what I did.

Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | we LOVED this fabulous #soup. It's filled with roasted #corn, veggies, #blackbeans, 2 #cheeses & cilantro. #TexMex #glutenfree

I used these ingredients except I didn’t use any gluten free flour (or any flour). The chowder was thick enough without it.

Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | we LOVED this fabulous #soup. It's filled with roasted #corn, veggies, #blackbeans, 2 #cheeses & cilantro. #TexMex #glutenfree

Shuck corn and cut off cob. Place butter in a large Dutch oven or stock pot. Add corn and seasonings and saute about 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | we LOVED this fabulous #soup. It's filled with roasted #corn, veggies, #blackbeans, 2 #cheeses & cilantro. #TexMex #glutenfree

Add onions, celery, garlic, leeks, carrots and bell pepper. Cover with lid and cook an additional 10 minutes. If necessary, add a little water so mixture doesn’t dry out too much.

Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | we LOVED this fabulous #soup. It's filled with roasted #corn, veggies, #blackbeans, 2 #cheeses & cilantro. #TexMex #glutenfree

Add black beans and stir to combine.

Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | we LOVED this fabulous #soup. It's filled with roasted #corn, veggies, #blackbeans, 2 #cheeses & cilantro. #TexMex #glutenfree

Add heavy whipping cream.

Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | we LOVED this fabulous #soup. It's filled with roasted #corn, veggies, #blackbeans, 2 #cheeses & cilantro. #TexMex #glutenfree

Add half-and-half. Cover with lid and simmer over low to medium heat about 25-30 minutes, until carrots are tender.

Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | we LOVED this fabulous #soup. It's filled with roasted #corn, veggies, #blackbeans, 2 #cheeses & cilantro. #TexMex #glutenfree

Add both cheeses and continue stirring until cheese melts.

Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | we LOVED this fabulous #soup. It's filled with roasted #corn, veggies, #blackbeans, 2 #cheeses & cilantro. #TexMex #glutenfree

Stir in cilantro and stir to combine.

Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | we LOVED this fabulous #soup. It's filled with roasted #corn, veggies, #blackbeans, 2 #cheeses & cilantro. #TexMex #glutenfree

Garnish with additional fresh cilantro, if desired.

Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | we LOVED this fabulous #soup. It's filled with roasted #corn, veggies, #blackbeans, 2 #cheeses & cilantro. #TexMex #glutenfree

This chowder is very thick, hearty and filling.

Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | we LOVED this fabulous #soup. It's filled with roasted #corn, veggies, #blackbeans, 2 #cheeses & cilantro. #TexMex #glutenfree

I loved eating this with extra cilantro. It added a delicious Tex-Mex flavor to the soup.

Here’s the recipe.

CHEESY CORN AND BLACK BEAN CHOWDER

(My own concoction)

Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | we LOVED this fabulous #soup. It's filled with roasted #corn, veggies, #blackbeans, 2 #cheeses & cilantro. #TexMex #glutenfree

Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder

Teresa Ambra
Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder is so sumptuous and savory. This lovely Tex-Mex chowder is filled with roasted corn, black beans, several veggies, 2 cheeses, cilantro and is seasoned wonderfully. Perfect for cold winter nights but we enjoy this chowder all year round. Gluten free.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Course Main Dish, Soup, Stews and Chowders
Cuisine Tex-Mex
Servings 14
Calories 467 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large Dutch oven with lid or stock pot with lid
  • 1 sharp knife to cut vegetables
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • 1 soup ladle
  • 1 vegetable peeler

Ingredients
  

  • 6 ears corn on the cob shucked, silk removed and corn kernels cut off cob
  • 15 oz. can black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 leek green top removed, washed thoroughly and sliced
  • 2 ribs celery sliced
  • 1 cup carrots peeled and sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp. chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp. paprika
  • 1/2 tsp. cumin
  • 1 tsp. sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp. dried marjoram
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 8 tbsp. unsalted butter (1/2 cup)
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream (1 pint)
  • 3 cups half-and-half
  • 1 cup Mexican cheese blend shredded
  • 3 cups sharp Cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 tbsp. cilantro chopped, for garnish
  • 1/2 cup sharp Cheddar cheese shredded, for garnish
  • 1 green onion sliced, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Shuck corn and cut kernels off cob.
  • Place butter in a large Dutch oven or stock pot.
  • Add corn and seasonings and sauté about 5-10 minutes.
  • Add onion, leek, celery, carrots, bell peppers and garlic.
  • Cover with lid and cook an additional 10 minutes.
  • (If necessary, add a little water so mixture doesn’t get dry).
  • Add black beans, whipping cream and half-and-half.
  • Cover with lid and simmer over low to medium heat about 25-30 minutes or until carrots are tender.
  • Add cheese and stir until cheese melts.
  • Add cilantro and stir to combine.
  • Garnish with minced cilantro, Cheddar cheese and sliced green onion to serve.

Notes

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Nutrition

Calories: 467kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 23gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 111mgSodium: 551mgPotassium: 444mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 3510IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 368mgIron: 2mg
Keyword black beans, carrots, cheese, corn, gluten free, main dish, soup, Tex Mex
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!
Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | we LOVED this fabulous #soup. It's filled with roasted #corn, veggies, #blackbeans, 2 #cheeses & cilantro. #TexMex #glutenfree

Serve Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder with your favorite bread for an enjoyable main dish meal.

Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | we LOVED this fabulous #soup. It's filled with roasted #corn, veggies, #blackbeans, 2 #cheeses & cilantro. #TexMex #glutenfree

Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder is flavored so wonderfully. Every bite is delightful.

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Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder

Teresa Ambra
Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Chowder is so sumptuous and savory. This lovely Tex-Mex chowder is filled with roasted corn, black beans, several veggies, 2 cheeses, cilantro and is seasoned wonderfully. Perfect for cold winter nights but we enjoy this chowder all year round. Gluten free.
No ratings yet
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Course Main Dish, Soup, Stews and Chowders
Cuisine Tex-Mex
Servings 14
Calories 467 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large Dutch oven with lid or stock pot with lid
  • 1 sharp knife to cut vegetables
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • 1 soup ladle
  • 1 vegetable peeler

Ingredients
  

  • 6 ears corn on the cob shucked, silk removed and corn kernels cut off cob
  • 15 oz. can black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 leek green top removed, washed thoroughly and sliced
  • 2 ribs celery sliced
  • 1 cup carrots peeled and sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp. chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp. paprika
  • 1/2 tsp. cumin
  • 1 tsp. sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp. dried marjoram
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 8 tbsp. unsalted butter (1/2 cup)
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream (1 pint)
  • 3 cups half-and-half
  • 1 cup Mexican cheese blend shredded
  • 3 cups sharp Cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 tbsp. cilantro chopped, for garnish
  • 1/2 cup sharp Cheddar cheese shredded, for garnish
  • 1 green onion sliced, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Shuck corn and cut kernels off cob.
  • Place butter in a large Dutch oven or stock pot.
  • Add corn and seasonings and sauté about 5-10 minutes.
  • Add onion, leek, celery, carrots, bell peppers and garlic.
  • Cover with lid and cook an additional 10 minutes.
  • (If necessary, add a little water so mixture doesn’t get dry).
  • Add black beans, whipping cream and half-and-half.
  • Cover with lid and simmer over low to medium heat about 25-30 minutes or until carrots are tender.
  • Add cheese and stir until cheese melts.
  • Add cilantro and stir to combine.
  • Garnish with minced cilantro, Cheddar cheese and sliced green onion to serve.

Notes

© Can’t Stay Out of the Kitchen

Nutrition

Calories: 467kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 23gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 111mgSodium: 551mgPotassium: 444mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 3510IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 368mgIron: 2mg
Keyword black beans, carrots, cheese, corn, gluten free, main dish, soup, Tex Mex
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

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