Best Rich Vegetable Chowder Recipes

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PRISCILLA'S VEGETABLE CHOWDER



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This is the perfect soup to warm up with on a cold fall or winter day. Serve it in a bread bowl to make it extra special. -Rhodes Bake-N-Serv, Jenna Jackson, Salt Lake City, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups diced peeled potatoes
2-1/2 cups broccoli florets
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup grated carrots
2 celery ribs, diced
4 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
3 cups water
3/4 cup butter, cubed
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups whole milk
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine the potatoes, broccoli, onion, carrots, celery, bouillon and water; simmer for 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender. , In a large saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour. Cook and stir over medium heat for 2 minutes. Whisk in the milk, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add to vegetable mixture with the ham; simmer 10 minutes or until heated through. Stir in cheese just until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 18g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 853mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CREAMY VEGETABLE CHOWDER



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This rich, comforting soup recipe can easily be doubled or tripled. You can lower the fat content by using turkey bacon, vegetable broth and skim milk. It's delicious either way. -Suzanna VandeBrake, Peyton, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

3/4 pound sliced bacon, chopped
2 large onions
2 medium carrots
2 celery ribs
2 medium parsnips
2 small turnips
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cartons (32 ounces each) chicken broth
1 medium sweet potato, peeled and chopped
3 small red potatoes, chopped
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 cup half-and-half cream
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 3 tablespoons drippings. Chop the onions, carrots, celery, parsnips and turnips; add to the pan. Cook and stir for 6-8 minutes or until fragrant., Sprinkle vegetables with flour, salt and cayenne; stir until blended. Gradually add broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the sweet potato, potatoes, bay leaves, Worcestershire sauce and pepper sauce., Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Stir in cream and parsley; heat through. Discard bay leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 956mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

VEGETABLE CHOWDER



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Quick, easy, and verrrry good. Vegetable bouillon cubes, substituted for the chicken, will make this a vegetarian delight.

Provided by TALL MOM

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 15

½ cup chopped red bell pepper
½ cup chopped onion
¼ cup margarine
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup cauliflower, chopped
1 cup diced carrots
1 cup fresh chopped broccoli
3 cups water
3 cubes chicken bouillon
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
1 ½ cups milk

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, saute the pepper and onions in butter or margarine until tender.
  • Add remaining vegetables, water, bouillon, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer covered for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  • Combine flour and milk until smooth; stir into pan. Bring soup to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Mix in the parsley. Just before serving, stir in the cheese until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.3 calories, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 55.3 mg, Fat 23.9 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 927.1 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

VEGGIE CHOWDER



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Packed with potatoes, carrots and corn, this soup is a great healthy dinner choice. It's not too heavy, so it also makes a nice light partner for a sandwich. -Vicki Kerr, Portland, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 7 servings (1-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups cubed peeled potatoes
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup chopped carrots
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 can (14-3/4 ounces) cream-style corn
1 can (12 ounces) fat-free evaporated milk
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons bacon bits

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine potatoes, broth, carrots and onion; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender., Add corn, milk, cheese, mushrooms and pepper; cook and stir 4-6 minutes longer or until heated through. Sprinkle with bacon bits.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 505mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GARDEN VEGETABLE CHOWDER



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This creamy blend is chock-full of savory ingredients straight from the garden. -Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup butter
1 cup each diced potato, celery, cauliflower, carrot and broccoli
3 cups water
3 chicken bouillon cubes
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute green pepper and onion in butter until tender. Add the vegetables, water, bouillon, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. , Combine flour and milk until smooth; stir into pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add parsley. Just before serving, stir in cheese until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Fat 20g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 1083mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

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