Microwave Cheesy Chowder - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 c peeled potatoes, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1 1/2 c fresh broccoli flowerets
1 c thinly sliced carrot
1/4 chopped onion
1/2 t minced garlic
1/8 t pepper
1/4 c water
1 3/4 c milk
1-16 oz can kidney beans, drained
1-10 3/4 oz can cheddar cheese soup, undiluted
1 c cheddar cheese, grated
1/4 t hot pepper sauce or to taste

Preparation

Put potatoes, broccoli, carrot, onion, garlic, pepper and water in a 3 quart microwave safe bowl.
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
Microwave on high 8-10 minutes, stirring once, until vegetable are crisp-tender.
Add milk, beans and soup. Cover and microwave on high 6-8 minutes, stirring once, until vegetables are tender.
Add cheese and hot pepper sauce, stirring until cheese is melted.
Serve hot.