Corn Chowder

1/3 c Quaker Oats, uncooked

-- (quick or old-fashioned) 6 sl Bacon; diced

1 c Sliced celery

2 c Water

2 c Milk

1 cn Whole kernel corn; undrained

-- (7 to 8-3/4-oz. can) 1 ts Prepared mustard

8 oz Shredded cheddar cheese

Place oats in blender container or food processor bowl; cover. Blend or process about 1 minute, stopping occasionally to stir. In large saucepan, fry bacon until crisp; set aside. Pour off all but 2 tablespoons drippings. Saute celery in drippings; blend in oat flour. Gradually add water and milk; continue cooking over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened. Reduce heat; add reserved bacon, corn and mustard. Continue cooking over low heat about 5 minutes or until heated through. Remove from heat; add cheese, mixing until well blended. ABOUT SIX 1 CUP SERVINGS NUTRITIONAL ANALYSIS per serving: * calories 287 * carbohydrates 13 g * protein 16 g * fat 19 g * calcium 383 mg * sodium 490 mg * cholesterol 60 mg * dietary fiber 3 g Source: "Hurry, Let's Eat!" Reprinted with permission from The Quaker Oats Company Electronic format courtesy of Karen Mintzias
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