Description Gluten Free Makes 2 Quarts: 6-8 servings Cook Time: 40 minutes Additions: 2 (14.5 oz.) cans chicken broth 1 cup half & half (or milk) 1 large potato, diced (or 1 cup Ore-Ida southern-style hash browns) 1 1/2 cups water To Prepare: Bring chicken broth & water to a boil. Add soup package, potatoes, and bring back to a boil for 5 minutes while stirring continuously (until cheese melts). Reduce heat and simmer on low for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add half and half. Serve with a garnish of crumbled bacon. Recipe Variations: Gourmet Light Add fat free or low fat chicken broth Substitute fat-free half & half or whole milk Vegetarian Variations Substitute vegetable broth and soy milk. Prepare per directions Extra Hearty Add ground sausage, ham or bacon. For great seafood chowder, add clams or shrimp Crock-Pot Instructions Cooks in only 40 minutes. No crock pot necessary! Ingredients: Potatoes, freeze-dried cheddar cheese, onions, garlic, parsley, chives, herbs and spices.
