vegetable chowder

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50 Pinches
Rock Island, IL
Updated on Oct 16, 2012

This cherished recipe came from a friend many years ago. She was so kind to pass it along and I still have it on her own handwritten note. This makes it even more special !! It's a wonderful, warming, soup on a cold night !!!

prep time 40 Min
cook time 45 Min
method Stove Top
yield 8-10 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 3 cups diced, peeled, potatos
  • 2 1/2 cups broccoli florettes
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup grated carrots
  • 2 - celery ribs, diced
  • 1 cup frozen corn (thawed)
  • 1 cup diced, cooked ham (optional)
  • 4 teaspoons chicken boullion
  • 3 cups water
  • 3/4 cup butter
  • 3/4 cup flour
  • 4 cups milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

How To Make vegetable chowder

  • Step 1
    In large soup pot, cook all vegetables with the 3 cups of water, and 4 tsp. of chicken boullion for 15-20 minutes. DO NOT DRAIN !!!
  • Step 2
    Meanwhile, melt butter in large saucepan, stir in flour, and cook over medium heat stirring for 2-3 minutes. Whisk in the milk until smooth and cook for about 2 minutes till a bit thick. Pour this mixture into the large soup pot with all the vegetables. Add the ham (if using) and salt and pepper to taste. Stir to combine and simmer 10 minutes. Stir in cheese just until melted.
  • Step 3
    If the soup is too thick, add a little more milk and thin to your liking.

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Category: Chowders
Category: Cream Soups
Ingredient: Vegetable
Culture: American
Method: Stove Top

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