Ingredients

  • 3 c. water
  • 5 chicken bouillon cubes
  • 4 medium potatoes, diced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 1 c. carrots, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 c. green pepper, diced
  • 1/3 c. flour
  • 2 oz. pimento
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1/4 c. margarine
  • 3 1/2 c. milk
  • 6 oz. Cheddar cheese, grated
  • Mrs. Dash to taste
  • garlic powder to taste
  • thyme to taste
  • salt and pepper to taste

Method

  • Combine water and bouillon cubes in a heavy Dutch oven.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Add vegetables; cover and simmer 12 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  • Melt margarine in heavy pan; blend in flour and cook 1 minute.
  • Gradually add milk and mix with a whisk. Cook over medium heat until thickened, stirring constantly.
  • Add cheese, stirring over low heat until melted.
  • Add all ingredients to Dutch oven, stirring over low heat.
  • Do not boil.
  • Serves 8.