Garden Chowder

Garden Chowder
~this soup is one of my favorites.  It's packed w/ veggies and has a creamy, cheesy flavor similar to potato soup.  Wonderful and healthy on a cold night!~

1/2 c. chopped bell pepper
1/2 c. chopped onion
1/4 c. butter
1 c. diced potato
1 c. diced celery
1 c. diced cauliflower
1 c. diced carrots
1 c. diced broccoli
3 c. water
3 chicken bullion cubes
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/2 c. flour
2 c. milk
1 tsp. parsley
1/4 tsp. paprika
1/4 tsp. coriander
1/4 tsp. ground mustard
2 cups shredded cheddar

Saute bell pepper and onion in butter till tender.
Add veggies, water, bullion and pepper; bring to a boil.
Reduce, cover and simmer 20 minutes.
Combine flour and milk. Stir till smooth.  Add to pan.
Allow to thicken.
Add parsley and other spices.
Just before serving add cheese.