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Easy Shrimp, Potato and Cheese Chowder

Created by Kchurchill5 on September 10, 2012

1 1/2 pounds large raw shrimp, rough chopped (peeled, deveined, and tails removed)
1 medium onion, diced
1 small leek, thin sliced
1 small garlic clove, minced
2 (15 ounce) cans cream of potato soup, low sodium
2 1/2 cups milk (low fat doesn't work well with this recipe)
3/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
1/4 cup sherry wine
1 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded

Step 1: Base ... Add the butter to a large pot and bring to medium heat. Add the onion, leek and garlic and saute for 5-7 minutes until tender. Then add the broth, soup, milk, sherry, pinch of cayenne, chives, and bring to a light boil. Simmer for 10-12 minutes.
Step 2: Shrimp and Cheese ... Add the shrimp and cook 3-5 minutes until the shrimp turn pink. Remove from the heat and stir in the cheese, gently mix to until the cheese is melted.
Step 3: Finish and Serve ... Stir in the parsley, serve, and garnish with oyster crackers and hot sauce. ENJOY!