Crab Chowder

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Ingredients

• 1/2 of a 16 ounce package loose half frozen cauliflower, broccoli, and carrots
• 3/4 cup water
• 1/4 cup sliced green onion
• 2 teaspoons instant chicken, bouillon granules
• 1 x 12 ounce can evaporated skimmed milk
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1 cup water
• 4 ounces Neuchâtel cheese, cut into 1 inch cubes
• 1 - 6 ounce package frozen crab meat, thawed
• 1 cup croutons

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan combine vegetables, 3/4 cup water, green onion, and bouillon granules. Bring to boil; reduce heat. Cook, uncovered, over low heat for 5 to 10 min. or until vegetables are Chris tender. Do not drain. Cut up any large pieces of vegetables. Stir in milk. Combine cornstarch and 1 cup water; stir until smooth. Stir into vegetable mixture. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly stir in cheese until melted. Add onion drained thawed crab meat, heat through. Serve with croutons.