Instructions: Heat oil in a 5- to 6-quart pan over medium-high heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and chiles. Cook, stirring often, until onion is soft (about 5 minutes). Add broth, minced tarragon, and pepper; bring to a boil Meanwhile, cut corn kernels from cobs. Add corn to boiling broth mixture. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until corn is hot (about 5 minutes). If made ahead, let cool; then cover and refrigerate for up to 1 day. Serve hot or cool.

To serve, ladle soup into bowls; garnish with tarragon sprigs, if desired.

This recipe yields 6 servings.

If you would like to email yourself the recipe for later use, or share the recipe with your friends or family, enter the email addresses below and this recipe will be emailed to you and others as well.