CORN AND PEPPER CHOWDER

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Chunks of potato, kernels of corn and flecks of red pepper punctuate the creamy broth of this hearty chowder. Cilantro and cumin lend a Southwestern flavor. "I go this recipe from someone I work with. It's quick and tasty," notes Donna Hackman of Bedford, Virginia.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 large onion, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon canola oil
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 cups water
1-1/3 cups cubed potatoes
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
2 cups frozen corn
1 can (12 ounces) fat-free evaporated milk
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

In a saucepan, saute onion and red pepper in oil until tender. Stir in flour and cumin until blended. Gradually stir in water. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; add the potatoes, bouillon, salt and pepper. Cover and cook for 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender. , Add corn and milk. Cook, uncovered, 5 minutes longer or until heated through. Garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 562mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges