Hearty Cheddar Cheese Chowder

Cook: 24 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

A rich and creamy cheddar cheese chowder with tender vegetables, perfect for cozy family dinners or comforting gatherings, packed with bold flavors and hearty textures.

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups water
  • 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 1/2 cup diced green pepper
  • 1/3 cup flour
  • 4 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1 (2 oz.) jar diced pimento, drained
  • 1/4 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
  • 3 chicken bouillon cubes
  • 1 cup thinly sliced carrots
  • 1/3 cup butter
  • 3 1/2 cups milk

Instructions

  1. Combine water and bouillon cubes in a Dutch oven; bring to a boil.
  2. Add potatoes, onion, green pepper, and carrots; cover and simmer 12 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  3. Melt butter in a heavy saucepan; blend in flour and cook 1 minute.
  4. Gradually add milk; cook over medium heat until thickened, stirring constantly.
  5. Add shredded Cheddar cheese, stirring until melted.
  6. Stir cheese sauce, diced pimento, and hot sauce into the vegetable mixture.
  7. Cook over low heat until thoroughly heated. Do not boil.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

834 kcal 42% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 19.7g 39% DV
Total Fat 46.1g 59% DV
Carbs 86.8g 32% DV
Fiber 9.7g 35% DV
Sugar 24.5g 49% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 1330.3mg 58% DV
Potassium 1420.3mg 30% DV
Cholesterol 114mg 38% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 1027.3mcg 100% DV
Vitamin C 74.4mg 83% DV
Vitamin D 0.6mcg 3% DV
Calcium 361mg 28% DV
Iron 5.1mg 28% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Milk Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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