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Lite Cheese Chowder

By Linda Larsen, About.com

This hearty chowder really is lower in calories and fat, but the taste is wonderful.

Prep Time: 25 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 2 cups chopped cabbage
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup thinly sliced carrots
  • 15 oz. can creamed sweet corn
  • 9 oz. pkg. frozen peas
  • 2-1/2 cups skim milk
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. dried thyme leaves
  • 2 cups cubed light pasteurized process American cheese

Preparation:

Melt margarine in large saucepan. Add cabbage, onions, celery and carrots. Cook 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables are crisp tender. Add corn, peas, milk, pepper and thyme. Reduce heat to medium and cook for about 15 minutes until vegetables are tender, stirring frequently. Add cheese and stir until melted. Do not boil. Serves 6
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