Family Chowder (Microwave)

• 1 tablespoon oil
• 3 slices bacon, chopped
• 1 onion, peeled & chopped
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• 1 stalk celery, chopped
• 1 carrot, peeled & chopped
• 1 potato, peeled & chopped
• 1 cup sweet potato, peeled & chopped
• 2 cups vegetable stock
• 440 g creamed corn
• 2 tablespoons plain flour
• 1 12 cups milk
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
• salt & pepper
• grated parmesan cheese

1. Place oil in a large microwave-safe dish.
2. Microwave on high for 30 seconds.
3. Add bacon, onion and garlic, cook for 1-2 minutes.
4. Mix in vegetables, (except corn) and stock.
5. Cook uncovered for 10 minutes Stir in corn.
6. Blend flour with milk to a smooth paste.
7. Stir into soup.
8. Cook uncovered for 6-8 ins or until thickened.
9. Stir in parsley & seasonings.
10. Sprinkle with parmesan & serve with crusty bread.
11. Optional - Swirl in cream before serving.

oil, bacon, onion, garlic, celery, carrot, potato, sweet potato, vegetable stock, flour, milk, parsley, salt, parmesan cheese

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/family-chowder-microwave-226059 (may not work)