- 2
Ingredients
- 1 bacon strip, diced
- 1 medium potato, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 medium carrot, sliced
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tablespoons chopped celery
- 2 tablespoons chopped onion
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup 2% milk
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 teaspoons butter
Preparation
Step 1
In a small saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a
slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain. In the same pan,
combine the potato, carrot, water, celery, onion, salt and pepper.
Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or
until vegetables are tender.
In a small bowl, combine flour and milk until smooth; stir into
vegetable mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or
until thickened. Reduce heat. Add cheese and butter; stir until
cheese is melted. Garnish with bacon. Yield: 2 servings.
Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups equals 242 calories, 12 g fat (7 g saturated fat), 37 mg cholesterol, 545 mg sodium, 25 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 10 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 milk, 1 fat.