
CORN & CHEESE CHOWDER



INGREDIENTS
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped poblano peppers
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth
- 4 ounces cream cheese cubed
- 1 cup shredded mild Cheddar cheese
- 1 11 ounce can spicy corn with red bell & chipotle peppers drained
- 1 cup half & half
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
DIRECTIONS
In large saucepan or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onions and peppers; salt and pepper to taste. Sauté until softened (about 3-5 minutes).
Whisk in flour and cook 1 minute, whisking constantly. Whisk in broth; bring to a boil. Whisk in cream cheese; whisking until melted and smooth. Slowly whisk in Cheddar cheese, allowing to completely melt between additions.
Stir in drained corn, half & half and thyme; salt and pepper to taste. Gently simmer until heated through (do not boil).