Microwave Cheesy Chowder
["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"]
["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."]
["potatoes", "fresh broccoli flowerets", "carrot", "onion", "garlic", "pepper", "water", "milk", "kidney beans", "cheddar cheese soup", "cheddar cheese", "pepper"]