Cheesy Green Chile and Potato Chowder
This hearty and tasty chowder has the warmth of potatoes, the spiciness of green chiles, and the richness of cheddar cheese. Ingredients: 4 cups potatoes, peeled and diced 1 cup onion, finely chopped 1 cup celery, finely chopped 2 cups green chiles, roasted and diced 4 cups chicken broth 1/2 cup unsalted butter 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 4 cups whole milk 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded Salt and pepper to taste Chopped green onions for garnish Instructions: Put the potatoes, onion, celery, green chiles, and chicken broth in a large pot Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and let it cook slowly until the potatoes are soft Melt the butter over medium heat in a different saucepan To make a roux, stir in flour Slowly whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth and thick Mix the milk with the potatoes and well mix them together Add the crumbled cheddar cheese and m...