Zucchini Garden Chowder

2

Tbs

butter

2

medium zucchini (chopped)

1

medium

onion (chopped)

2

Tbs

fresh parsley (chopped)

1

Tbs

fresh basil (chopped)

1/3

cup

flour

3/4

tsp

salt

1/2

tsp

pepper

3

cups

water

3

chicken or vegetable bouillon cubes

1

tsp

lemon juice

2

cups

tomatoes (chopped)

1 1/2

cups

evaporated milk

2

cups

corn

2

cups

cheddar cheese (shredded)

1/4

cup

Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)

1

Melt butter in a large soup pot over medium heat; add zucchini, onion, parsley, basil, and saute' until tender.

2

Add the flour, salt, and pepper to the vegetables. Slowly add the water, stirring in until smooth.

3

Add the bouillon cubes and lemon juice; bring to a boil; reduce and cook for 2 minutes, stirring often.

4

Add the tomatoes, milk, corn and return to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes or until corn is tender.

5

Add the cheese just before serving. May add a pinch of sugar to taste.

Servings: 8

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: 1/8 of a recipe (11.4 ounces).

Percent daily values based on the Reference Daily Intake (RDI) for a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition information calculated from recipe ingredients.

Amount Per Serving

Calories

383.68

Calories From Fat (39%)

150.29

% Daily Value

Total Fat 17.11g

26%

Saturated Fat 10.57g

53%

Cholesterol 53.85mg

18%

Sodium 645.56mg

27%

Potassium 476.52mg

14%

Total Carbohydrates 44.01g

15%

Fiber 2.09g

8%

Sugar 7.82g

 

Protein 13.54g

27%