Charlestown Mini-super Recipes
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White Bean Chowder with Milk
A warm, wonderful low-fat alternative to chili.
Yield: Makes 6 servings
Preparation Time: 15 min; Cook Time: 20 min.
Ingredients
| 2 |
teaspoons |
vegetable oil
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| 1 |
cup |
chopped onion
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| 2 |
teaspoons |
minced garlic
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| 2 |
cans |
(15 oz. ea) white cannellini or Great Northern beans, drained
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| 1 |
can |
(4 oz.) diced green chilies
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| 1 |
cup |
frozen corn kernels
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| 1/2 |
cup |
grated carrot
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| 1/4 |
cup |
diced celery
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| 1 |
cup |
low sodium chicken broth
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| 1 |
Tablespoon |
ground cumin
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| 2 |
teaspoons |
chili powder
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| 1/2 |
teaspoon |
salt (optional)
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| 2 |
cups |
fat free or low fat milk
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| 1 |
Tablespoon |
cornstarch
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| 1 |
cup |
shredded reduced fat cheddar cheese, divided
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| 4 |
Tablespoons |
fresh chopped cilantro (optional)
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Directions:
In a large saucepan, stir together oil, onion and garlic over medium heat until onion is softened, about 5 minutes. Add 1 can of beans and mash into onion mixture with a potato masher or a slotted spoon (mixture will be chunky).
Stir in second can of beans, green chilies, corn, carrot, celery, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder and salt, if desired; bring mixture to a simmer.
Blend cornstarch into milk and stir into chowder; bring slowly to a boil, stirring frequently. Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes, or until corn and celery are tender and mixture thickens.
Stir in 1 cup of the cheese just until melted.
Serve in individual bowls and top with fresh chopped cilantro, if desired.
Recipe Created By 3-A-Day Of Dairy
Photo and recipe compliments of The Midwest Dairy Association, www.midwestdairy.com
Please note that some ingredients and brands may not be available in every store.
Charlestown Mini-super Recipes
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