A Warming Bowl of Comfort
Spelt Chowder gives you a creamy, hearty dish that feels satisfying without being heavy. Spelt adds gentle nuttiness and a pleasant bite. The vegetables bring softness and natural sweetness. The broth stays smooth and balanced. The chowder cooks quickly and uses everyday ingredients.
Why This Recipe Stands Out
This dish is ideal for cold evenings or a filling lunch. It reheats well and works for meal prep. The spelt thickens the broth naturally, giving the chowder body. The flavours stay clean and comforting. You can adapt the base easily for different vegetables or proteins.
Spelt Chowder
Description
A creamy and comforting spelt chowder packed with vegetables, soft potatoes and gentle spices. It’s warm, hearty, and perfect for a simple lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Base Chowder
Optional Add-ins
Instructions
Prepare the base.
- Heat oil in a large pot. Add onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Cook until soft.
Add seasonings.
- Stir in smoked paprika and thyme. Mix to coat the vegetables.
Add potatoes and spelt.
- Mix in the diced potatoes and rinsed spelt. Stir for 1 minute.
Pour in stock.
- Add the vegetable stock. Bring to a simmer.
Cook until tender.
- Cover and cook for 25 minutes or until the spelt and potatoes are soft.
Add milk and cream.
- Stir in milk and cream. Simmer for 5 minutes to thicken the chowder.
Season and finish.
- Add sweetcorn or protein if you like. Season with salt and pepper. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 410kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18g28%
- Saturated Fat 8g40%
- Cholesterol 35mg12%
- Sodium 620mg26%
- Potassium 730mg21%
- Total Carbohydrate 52g18%
- Dietary Fiber 7g29%
- Sugars 9g
- Protein 12g24%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Additional Notes
- Add extra stock if you prefer a thinner chowder.
- Resting the chowder allows the flavours to settle and the texture to thicken slightly.
Optional Substitutions or Variations
- Replace cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
- Swap potatoes for parsnips for a deeper flavour.
- Add smoked fish or bacon for a stronger savoury note.
