One of my favorite things to do is ask other women what they make for supper. If you know me, you know I do this. I’m always asking my friends, family, acquaintances, even strangers what they’re cookin’. Erika had some family in town a few months ago and they came over to our house for dessert one evening. While they were here, I asked Aunt Rene what she likes to make and she said this Cheesy Veggie Chowder and I, of course, needed the recipe ;).
Thank you Aunt Rene! My family loved this yummy soup supper too!
The original recipe called for a garnish of crispy bacon pieces but I added chicken sausage to our chowder instead. Either way would be delish!
Shopping List
1 pound ground Italian or breakfast sausage (turkey, chicken or pork will work!)
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 cups chopped carrots (I used baby carrots instead)
4 cups cubed potatoes (about 2 potatoes)
3.5 cups chicken broth or stock
3 cans whole kernel corn, drained
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
2 cups milk
1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 dozen bacon slices fried and crumbled (optional)
Salt and Pepper
Salt and Pepper
In a large pot over medium-high heat, brown your sausage until cooked and crumbly.
Next, add in the onion, carrots, potatoes and broth with a nice pinch of salt and pepper. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to low and simmer about 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Stir in the corn, add in butter, flour and stir until smooth. Gradually add milk stirring constantly until mixed well. Stir in mustard and then cheese. Cook until cheese is melted and soup is heated thoroughly.
When serving, you can garnish with a little more cheese and crumbly bacon.
Thanks again Rene!! Come visit me again and share more yummy recipes :).
Erika Slaughter says
Wahoo!!!! Aunt Rene'!!!!
Anonymous says
Where do I find chicken sausage?
Mix and Match Mama says
Ask your butcher where the chicken sausage is! My butcher keeps it behind the meat counter but sometimes, you'll find it pre-packaged as well.
rene pingel says
I am so glad you love the Chowder! You made my day! I've told you before what an inspiration you are to young and older (notice I didn't say old 🙂 alike. Thank you, again, for sharing your recipes (just made the Tex-Mex Chicken & Rice soup and we all loved it) and tips about all sorts of things! More than a service, you have a ministry and Jesus is shining through. Keep it up, girl! Praying for your sweet family, and praying that little Ashby joins you and your family real soon.
Paula says
Yummy…I am all about soup! So glad Aunt Rene shared!
Cassie says
Hi Shay, this isn't a "veggie" soup if there's meat in it. It's like when you get a veggie wrap at the deli–there's no meat in it.
Mix and Match Mama says
Feel free to leave the meat out! Aunt Rene left it out of the original recipe, so you can too! I just added it to please my family :).
Heather says
I made this for dinner last night, yummy. My husband just told me he can't wait for the leftovers tonight!! This recipe is a winner!!
Terri Echols says
Hi Shay ~ I'm new to your blog and cannot wait to try your recipes! When you call for milk in the soups/chowders do you use whole or 2%, etc.?
Mix and Match Mama says
Unless the milk is specified, you can use whatever you have in your kitchen. I typically use 2% but whole or non-fat would work (unless otherwise specified). Enjoy!
Jen says
You rescued supper again! Thanks for the great recipe!!!
Carly says
This is so very yummy! Just made it! Thank you!