Vegan Corn Chowder - Brand New Vegan

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup raw cashews
• 1 3/4 cup water
• 3 ears fresh corn, cut off the cob (3 cups total)
• 2 cups low-sodium veg broth (divided)
• 1 white onion
• 1 red bell pepper
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 tsp mexican oregano
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 russet potatoes, cubed
• 1 cup green chile or salsa
• 15oz can fire-roasted corn (optional)
• cilantro or parsley for garnish
• salt & pepper to taste