The Best Tex Mex Cheesy Chowder

Spent this week in Austin with business at the Texas Association of Realtors(r), and a good visit with friends.

My friend prepared Tex Mex Cheesy Chowder which was the best  home made soup I have ever had.  So I thought I would share this with you.

Tex Mex Cheesy Chowder

1 cup chopped onion

1 cup chopped celery

2 cloves garlic

1 tablespoon oil

1 ½ pound chicken

4 cups chicken broth

1 32 oz bag hash browns

1 2.75 oz pack country gravy

2 cups milk

8 oz velveta

1 16 oz jar salsa

1 4 oz can green chilies

Salt and black pepper to taste 

Cook onions, celery in oil then add chicken and cook.  Add broth bring to boil Add potatoes and cook 10-15 minutes.  Dissolve gravy mix in milk and stir into boiling mixture.  Add cheese, salsa and green chilies.  Cook on low heat until cheese melts. 

Optional

1 can drained corn

Red pepper to taste