Farmer's Market Corn Chowder

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

2 tablespoons finely diced celery

2 tablespoons onion, finely diced

2 tablespoons finely diced green or red pepper

2-3 ears of corn, kernels sliced off cob 

1 cup raw diced potatoes, peeled,

1 cup water

¼ teaspoon salt

Black pepper to taste

¼ teaspoon paprika

2 cups milk, non-fat, divided

2 tablespoons flour

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Preparation:

1. In medium saucepan, heat oil over medium high heat.

2. Add celery, onion, and green pepper; sauté for 2 minutes.

3. Add corn, potatoes, water, salt, pepper, and paprika. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium; and cook, covered, about 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

4. Pour ½ cup milk into a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Add flour and shake vigorously.

5. Add gradually to cooked vegetables; stir well.

6. Add remaining milk.

7. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil and thickens.

8. Serve garnished with chopped fresh parsley or sliced green onions.

Source: "A Healthier You." U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.