Belas Potato And White Bean Chowder Recipes

WHITE BEAN CHOWDER

Steps:

• Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat and saute the onion and garlic until onion is softened.
• Add one can of beans and mash roughly.
• Stir in remaining can of beans, green chilies, corn, carrots, celery, and broth.
• Bring soup to a simmer and stir in the cumin, chili powder, and cayenne pepper.
• Combine milk and cornstarch, stirring well.
• Stir the milk mixture into the soup, bringing it gradually to a boil.
• Reduce heat and allow soup to simmer until veggies are tender, about 5 minutes. Stir frequently.
• Stir in 3/4 c of the cheese, reserving the remainder for use as garnish, and remove from heat.
• Serve garnished with cheese and cilantro.
• Note: I usually serve with some hot sauce on the table for those who like to add some heat.

POTATO AND BEAN CHOWDER

Steps:

• Spray large pot with cooking spray and heat over medium heat.
• Add onion, celery, green pepper, red pepper and garlic.
• Saute about 5 minutes, till vegetables are crisp-tender.
• Add water, potato, tomatoes, garbanzo, kidney, and white beans, beef broth and pepper.
• Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer about 30 minutes, till potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
• Sprinkle with parmesan cheese.