Cheesy Vegetable Chowder
* Exported from MasterCook *
Cheesy Vegetable Chowder
Recipe By : Katie, tweaked and changed for over 20 years
Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Soups
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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4 large potatoes -- diced
2 stalks celery -- diced
2 carrots -- diced
1 small onion -- diced
1 can corn -- or 2c. fresh
1 can green beans -- or 2c. fresh
broccoli,and/or any vegies that sound good -- cut to bite size
3 strips bacon -- cooked and diced,
OR a little liquid smoke -- optional
1 can evaporated milk -- or regular milk
1 8oz brick cream cheese -- (I use Light)
salt and pepper -- to taste
Barely cover vegies and bacon, if used, with water and simmer until done. (Add broccoli towards the end). Add canned milk, and stir in cream cheese until melted. Season to taste.
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NOTES : This is a good use for leftover vegies. I've also added ham or chicken instead of the bacon, or try a handful of sunflower seeds!