*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                        Southwestern Corn Chowder

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Serving Size  : 8    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Main Dishes                      Soups & Stews

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   2      tablespoons   olive oil
   3      cloves        garlic -- minced
   1                    red or green bell pepper -- chopped
     1/2  cup           onion -- chopped
   3      tablespoons   flour
   1      16 oz. jar    picante sauce
   1      can           vegetable broth
   2      cans          creamed corn
   4      medium        potatoes -- cooked & diced
   1      can           corn kernels
  10      ounces        salsa con queso
   1      pint          half and half*

   In a Dutch oven, heat oil and saute garlic, pepper, and onion until soft.  A
dd flour and cook 2 mins. on medium heat.  Add Picante sauce, broth, and  cream
ed corn,  and simmer 5 mins.  Add potatoes and corn kernels.
   Add Salsa con Queso and half & half.  Heat thoroughly.  Ladle into bowls and
 garnish with green onions and/or shredded Cheddar cheese, if desired.  

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NOTES : Picante sauce and salsa con queso are available in various degrees of s
piciness -- mild, medium, and hot (or spicy) -- choose whatever suits your tast
e.  

*You can substitute evaporated skim milk for the half & half to cut down on the
 fat, etc.