"The addition of beans to a classic potato chowder boosts the protein, escalating this creamy soup from a side dish to the main dish. A chopped carrot and your favorite herb provide extra flavor and flecks of color...."
INGREDIENTS
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Nonstick cooking spray
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1/4 cup sliced green onions
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1 tablespoon snipped fresh herb (such as oregano, basil, and/or parsley) or 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning, crushed
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup water
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1 medium potato, peeled and chopped (1 cup)
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1/2 cup chopped carrot
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
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1 cup fat-free milk
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1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
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1/2 of a 15-ounce can (3/4 cup) white kidney (cannellini) beans, rinsed and drained
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Ground nutmeg