This Creamy Cheese Potato Chowder is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. It combines the earthy richness of instant potato flakes with a velvety milk and chicken broth base. The star of the show is the generous amount of sharp cheddar and tangy blue cheese, which melt into a luxurious, savory sauce. Sautéed onions and green bell peppers add a fresh, aromatic crunch that balances the heaviness of the cheese. It comes together in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight dinner or a cozy side dish for holiday gatherings. Serve it hot, garnished with extra cheese for a truly indulgent experience.
Cheese Potato Chowder
Description
This Creamy Cheese Potato Chowder is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. It combines the earthy richness of instant potato flakes with a velvety milk and chicken broth base. The star of the show is the generous amount of sharp cheddar and tangy blue cheese, which melt into a luxurious, savory sauce. Saut&# 195;©ed onions and green bell peppers add a fresh, aromatic crunch that balances the heaviness of the cheese. It comes together in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight dinner or a cozy side dish for holiday gatherings. Serve it hot, garnished with extra cheese for a truly indulgent experience.Ingredients
Directions
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In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
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Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper to the pan.
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Cook and stir the vegetables until they are softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
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Pour in the low-fat milk, chicken broth, and ground black pepper.
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Bring the liquid mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally.
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Gradually stir in the instant mashed potato flakes.
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Continue to cook and stir constantly until the chowder thickens, about 1 minute.
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Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit for one minute to cool slightly.
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Stir in the grated sharp cheddar cheese and crumbled blue cheese until fully melted and smooth.
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Ladle the hot chowder into bowls and garnish with a sprinkle of reserved cheddar and blue cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 331.3kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12.3g19%
- Saturated Fat 5.2g26%
- Cholesterol 65.1mg22%
- Sodium 152.8mg7%
- Total Carbohydrate 28.1g10%
- Dietary Fiber 3.2g13%
- Sugars 12.8g
- Protein 24.7g50%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.