Corn And Potato Chowder
["1 tsp. safflower oil", "2 tsp. dry sherry or water", "1 1/4 c. finely chopped onion", "1 c. thinly sliced carrot", "2 stalks celery (with leaves), thinly sliced", "1 bay leaf", "2 c. cubed red potatoes", "1 c. vegetable stock", "1 c. skim milk", "1 c. fresh or frozen corn kernels", "cayenne pepper to taste", "nonfat plain yogurt for garnish (optional)"]
["In a large, heavy saucepan, heat oil and sherry or water until bubbling.", "Add onion and saute 5 minutes, stirring frequently, to prevent browning.", "(If mixture appears dry, add 1 to 2 tablespoons water.)", "Add carrot, celery, bay leaf, potatoes and stock.", "Cover pan, bring to a boil and cook over medium heat 10 to 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.", "Add milk and corn.", "Simmer 3 minutes or until corn is tender. Discard bay leaf.", "Puree 1 cup soup in a food processor or blender, then return it to the pot.", "Season with cayenne.", "If desired, garnish with a dollop of yogurt.", "Makes 4 servings."]
["safflower oil", "sherry", "onion", "carrot", "stalks celery", "bay leaf", "potatoes", "vegetable stock", "milk", "corn kernels", "cayenne pepper"]