Broccoli, Red Pepper, And Cheddar Chowder Recipe

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   Throw away tough lower third of broccoli stem.

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   Peel remaining stems and finely chop.

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   Cut remaining broccoli into very small (1-inch) florets.

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   Cook florets in a large pot of boiling salted water, till just tender, 2 to 3 min.

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   Transfer with a slotted spoon to a bowl of ice water to stop cooking, then drain.

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   Reserve 3 c. cooking water for chowder.

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   Peel potato and cut into 1/2-inch cubes.

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   Cook potato, onion, bell pepper, broccoli stems, and garlic in butter in a 3- to 4-qt heavy pot over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, till onion is softened 8 to 10 min.

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   Add in cumin, salt, pepper, and mustard and cook, stirring 1 minute.

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    Add in flour and cook, stirring, 2 min.

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    Add in reserved cooking water and simmer (partially covered), stirring occasionally, till potatoes are tender, about 10 min.

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    Stir in cream and cheese and cook, stirring, till cheese is melted, then season with salt and pepper.

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    Puree about 2 c. of chowder in a blender till smooth (use caution when blending warm liquids) and return to pot.

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    Add in florets and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, till heated through, about 2 min.

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    This recipe yields 4 servings.

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