Southwestern Chowder

By carvalhohm

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/2 pound smoked turkey or turkey ham, cubed
• 1 to 2 large onions, chopped
• 6 cups (about 2- pound) potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 quarts water
• 20 1/2 cups (about 5- 6-ounce cans) tomato paste
• 2 cups mild picante sauce
• 1 (12 ounce) package American cheese, cubed

Details

Servings 100
Adapted from mrfood.com

Preparation

Step 1

In soup pot, combine oil, turkey, and onions; cook until onions are soft. Add potatoes, water, tomato paste, and picante sauce. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer covered, about 20 to 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

Stir in cheese and simmer until cheese melts completely. Serve immediately.