CORN CHOWDER (Dottie)

By curly

Ingredients

• 3 medium-size potatoes (about 1 pound) peeled and diced (2 1/2 cups)
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped celery
• 1 16-oz can chicken broth
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 can (11 ounces) kernel corn, drained
• 1 can (8 3/4 ounces) creamed corn
• 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1/2 tsp each salt and pepper
• For garnish: chili powder

Preparation

Step 1

Bring potatoes, water and onion to boil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 8 to 10 minutes, stirring once or twice, until potatoes are tender.

Stir in remaining ingredients. Simmer, uncovered, 3 to 5 minutes for flavor to develop