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Vegetable Chowder
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Servings
Servings:
14
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Vegetable Chowder

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Description

One of our most favorite soups! A+ on flavor

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1 cup onion diced
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • ¼ cup butter or margarine
  • 1 cup carrots, cubed or cut into buttons
  • 4 large potatoes (Yukon Gold, Russet or Red), rinsed and cubed
  • 4 chicken bouillon cubes
  • 5 cups reduced-sodium chicken stock
  • 2 cups frozen corn, thawed and drained
  • 12 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 (13-ounce) can evaporated milk
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Directions

Directions

In a large pot, over medium high heat, cook onion and celery in margarine, stirring often until onion is translucent and beginning to brown. Add carrots, potatoes, bouillon cubes and stock or water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally to blend flavors. When vegetables are tender, add the corn, bacon, and evaporated milk. Let simmer for a few minutes, then serve. 

Optional: sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top.

Dietary and Nutrition

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Vegetable soups are rich in fiber, vitamins and minerals while being low in calories. Soup is often high in liquid, which can help with weight management and decrease your risk for chronic diseases.   

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Field to Fork Potatoes! (FN1795, Reviewed February 2025)

More than 5,000 varieties of potatoes are grown throughout the world. The average person in the U.S. eats 124 pounds of potatoes every year. Potatoes can be used in a wide variety of recipes.

This recipe was analyzed for nutrition using Food Processor SQL Nutrition and Fitness Software and tested in the kitchen.