Quick Corn Chowder With Cheddar

Ingredients

• 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 4 teaspoons garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 2 cups non-fat milk
• 2 teaspoons mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• black pepper to taste
• 2 cups frozen corn kernels
• 4 tablespoons shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided

Method

1. 1 Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté onion and garlic until golden, about 2 minutes.
2. 2 In a small bowl, whisk together flour, milk, mustard, thyme, and pepper until smooth.
3. 3 Add the milk mixture and corn to the skillet. Stir frequently until the mixture boils and thickens, about 3 minutes.
4. 4 Divide into four bowls and top each with 1 tablespoon of shredded cheese.