ZUCCHINI GARDEN CHOWDER

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Years ago, when my husband and I put in our first garden, a neighbor suggested zucchini since it's easy to grow. Our kids were reluctant to try new things, so I used our squash in this cheesy chowder-it met with solid approval from all of us! -Nanette Jordan, Flint, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 medium zucchini, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/3 cup butter, cubed
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups water
3 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Pinch sugar, optional
Additional minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute the zucchini, onion, parsley and basil in butter until vegetables are tender. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper. Gradually stir in water. Add the bouillon and lemon juice. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Add the tomatoes, milk and corn; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until corn is tender. , Just before serving, add cheeses; stir until melted. Stir in sugar. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 16g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 905mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

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