Cheese And Vegetable Chowder

Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins Preparation Time: 45 mins Cook Time: 25 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 6 tablespoons margarine
• 1/4 cup onion, chopped
• 1 cup green pepper, chopped
• 1 cup carrot, sliced
• 1 cup potato, diced
• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas
• 5 tablespoons flour
• 2 3/4 cups water
• 2 tablespoons instant chicken broth
• 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
• 2 cups milk

Recipe

• 1 in a heavy pan, melt margarine, add vegtables and cook over medium heat, covered. stir frequently for 20 to 25 minutes. remover from heat and stir in flour, water, and bouillion. bring just to boiling, stirring constantly. remove from heat and gradually stir in cheese until melted. cook over medium heat if necessary to melt cheese. gradually add milk. season with salt and pepper. bring to just a boil but do not boil. serve with croutons.