garden chowder

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Portland, OR
Updated on Jan 21, 2018

Garden chowder is a reliable weeknight meal - it's on the table in minimal time and is a family favorite. I especially like the versatility of this recipe; I can use up whatever vegetables I have in the fridge or I can plan and purchase vegetables specifically for the soup. Don't like bell pepper? No sweat - add something you love. The wine is optional - I think it adds a great flavor with the cheese but completely optional. Also great served along side a grilled cheese. This soup freezes and re-heats beautifully.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Stove Top
yield 4 (dinner servings), 6 (along side a sandwich)

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 cup each: diced celery, chopped broccoli, diced carrot, sliced mushrooms, chopped cauliflower, diced bell pepper
  • 3 small diced gold or red potato
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup dry white wine (optional)
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 3 cups shredded cheddar
  • - additional salt and pepper to taste

How To Make garden chowder

  • Step 1
    Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Step 2
    Add all diced vegetables.
  • Step 3
    Sprinkle with garlic salt and pepper and saute for 5 minutes.
  • Step 4
    Add broth and wine (if using). Cook until potatoes are tender - about 15-20 minutes.
  • Step 5
    Wisk the flour into the milk. Add to the pot and cook over medium-low heat until slightly thickened - 5-7 minutes.
  • Step 6
    Remove from heat and stir in cheese until melted.
  • Step 7
    Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.

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