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turkey chowder

Recipe by
Amy H.
Detroit, MI

Did you know, the word chowder comes from the old French word chaudier? Chaudier translates to cauldron. Chowder as we know it today was originally brought to North America by immigrants from England and France more than 250 years ago!

yield 10 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For turkey chowder

  • 4 Tbsp
    butter
  • 4 Tbsp
    all purpose flour
  • 4 c
    milk
  • 1/2 lb
    velveeta processed cheese, cut into small cubes
  • 4 c
    chopped turkey, cooked
  • 3 c
    frozen, diced potatoes
  • 2 pkg
    (10 oz.) frozen mixed veggies
  • 2 c
    water
  • 2 tsp
    chicken soup base or chicken flavored bullion granules
  • 1 tsp
    instant minced onion
  • 2 pkg
    real bacon bits/pieces
  • 1/2 tsp
    dry mustard
  • 1/4 tsp
    pepper

How To Make turkey chowder

  • 1
    Spray a 12 inch skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Brown potatoes; set aside.
  • 2
    Melt butter in a large dutch over low heat: add flour. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly until smooth.
  • 3
    Gradually add in milk, water, bouillon granules and cheese; Add remaining ingredients and mix well. cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until vegetables are tender, mixture thickens and cheese melts.
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