AMISH SNOW DAY SOUP

This comforting Amish Snow Day Soup is a classic winter favorite, the kind of meal that warms you from the inside out when snowflakes blanket the world outside. It’s a rich and hearty corn chowder that captures the simple, nourishing spirit of Amish cooking—made with fresh, wholesome ingredients and slow, gentle preparation. Every spoonful delivers layers of creamy flavor, sweet corn, and perfectly tender vegetables that have simmered together until they practically melt into the broth.

The base begins with a combination of butter, diced onions, and celery sautéed until fragrant, releasing their sweetness into the pot. Then come the potatoes, cut into soft cubes, joined by bright kernels of corn that bring both color and a touch of natural sweetness. The soup slowly thickens as it simmers, filling the kitchen with a cozy aroma that feels like home. What makes this chowder truly special is the creamy finish—an indulgent blend of milk and heavy cream stirred in just before serving, transforming the soup into something luxuriously smooth and satisfying.

Unlike many quick soups, this Amish Snow Day Soup honors patience. The vegetables are cooked low and slow, allowing their flavors to mingle naturally, creating a depth that can’t be rushed. Some home cooks like to add a sprinkle of smoked paprika for warmth or a pinch of thyme for an earthy note, but the beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity—no complicated ingredients, just pure comfort in a bowl.

It’s the perfect dish for snow days, when the world feels still and the windows fog with warmth. Serve it with freshly baked bread or buttered rolls for dipping, and you have a complete, heartwarming meal that will bring comfort to everyone gathered around the table. Leftovers, if you’re lucky enough to have any, taste even better the next day as the flavors continue to deepen.

This Amish Snow Day Soup isn’t just food—it’s a reminder of slower times, when cooking was done with care, and every meal was an expression of warmth and love.Groceries

Ingredients:

4 cups Fresh or frozen corn kernels
1 Onion, diced
3 Potatoes, peeled and diced
2 Carrots, diced
3 Celery stalks, diced
4 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
2 cups Milk
1 cup Heavy cream
1 teaspoon Dried thyme
To taste Salt and pepper
For garnish Chopped fresh parsley

How To Make Slow Cooker Amish Snow Day Soup:

Step 1: Combine and Slow Cook Vegetables: In your slow cooker, combine the 4 cups corn kernels, 1 diced onion, 3 diced potatoes, 2 diced carrots, and 3 diced celery stalks. Pour in the 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth and stir well.1 Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW heat for 6-8 hours or on HIGH heat for 3-4 hours, until the vegetables are tender.

Step 2: Partially Blend Soup: After the cooking time, use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup. Blend just enough to give it a creamy consistency while still leaving some of the corn and vegetable pieces intact for texture.

Step 3: Heat Dairy: In a separate saucepan, heat the 2 cups milk and 1 cup heavy cream over medium heat until the mixture is hot but not boiling.

Step 4: Finish and Season: Add the hot milk and cream mixture to the slow cooker and stir well. Season with 1 teaspoon dried thyme, salt, and pepper to taste.

Step 5: Simmer to Meld Flavors: Let the chowder simmer (keeping the slow cooker on LOW or just WARM) for an additional 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6: Serve: Serve the soup hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.