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White Chicken Chili

Debbie Squires
This recipe can also be made with turkey, and it's just as delicious!
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Course Soup

Ingredients
  

  • 1 carrot, small
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 large onion
  • 4 ribs celery
  • 1 green pepper
  • 1 pound cooked and cubed turkey
  • 6 cups water
  • 1 quart heavy cream
  • 3 Tbsp chicken soup base
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 1/2 pounds pepper jack cheese
  • 1 pound American cheese
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 1 jar Northern beans (48 ounce)

Instructions
 

  • Using a food processor, mince carrot, garlic clove, onion,celery and green pepper. Place into a heavy large stock pot and add the turkey, 6 cups water, cream, chicken base, and pepper. Place over medium high heat and simmer slowly for about 45 minutes until reduced by about 1/4.
  • Add cheeses, stirring until melted. In a small bowl, combine cold water and cornstarch until smooth. Add to boiling soup and stir constantly until thickened. Add Northern beans and heat through, Serve with Tuscany bread or in bread bowls. Makes lots. Enjoy!