White Bean Chowder with Milk

A warm, wonderful low-fat alternative to chili.

Yield: Makes 6 servings

Preparation Time: 15 min; Cook Time: 20 min.

Ingredients

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 cans (15 oz. ea) white cannellini or Great Northern beans, drained
1 can (4 oz.) diced green chilies
1 cup frozen corn kernels
1/2 cup grated carrot
1/4 cup diced celery
1 cup low sodium chicken broth
1 Tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
2 cups fat free or low fat milk
1 Tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup shredded reduced fat cheddar cheese, divided
4 Tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro (optional)

Directions:

In a large saucepan, stir together oil, onion and garlic over medium heat until onion is softened, about 5 minutes.  Add 1 can of beans and mash into onion mixture with a potato masher or a slotted spoon (mixture will be chunky).
 
Stir in second can of beans, green chilies, corn, carrot, celery, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder and salt, if desired; bring mixture to a simmer.  

Blend cornstarch into milk and stir into chowder; bring slowly to a boil, stirring frequently.  Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes, or until corn and celery are tender and mixture thickens.  

Stir in 1 cup of the cheese just until melted.
 
Serve in individual bowls and top with fresh chopped cilantro, if desired.

Recipe Created By 3-A-Day Of Dairy

Photo and recipe compliments of The Midwest Dairy Association, www.midwestdairy.com

Nutrition Facts

Yield: Makes 6 servings

Approximate Nutrient Content per serving:

Calories: 270
Calories From Fat: 63
Total Fat: 7 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Cholesterol: 15 mg
Sodium: 370 mg
Total Carbohydrates: 38 g
Dietary Fiber: 8 g
Protein: 17 g

Calcium 30% daily value

Please Note: Nutritional values listed may vary from final results depending on actual measurements, products and brands used to prepare the recipe.

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