Cheesy Potato Bell Pepper Chowder


A belly-warmer! makes a lot, but is easily halved. Serving size is a guess.

Steps


In a large soup pot , melt butter.
Add onion , bell peppers and garlic and saut until tender.
Briskly stir in the flour.
Add the chicken broth and stir well.
Stir in the potatoes , chives and pepper.
Bring to a soft boil.
Reduce heat and gently simmer for about 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
Stir frequently to prevent sticking on bottom.
Add half and half and cheeses.
Stir constantly until cheese is melted.
Add salt.
If needed to taste.
Serve.

Ingredients


butter, onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, garlic cloves, flour, chicken broth, baking potatoes, chives, black pepper, half-and-half, cheddar cheese, swiss cheese, salt