Skinny Poblano Pepper & Corn Chowder

INGREDIENTS

1 tbsp

olive oil

large onion, diced

2 cups

peeled and diced carrots

2 cups

diced celery

large poblano pepper, ribs and seeds removed, finely diced

2 cloves

garlic, minced

1 tsp

dried thyme

salt and pepper,

6 cups

fat free, low sodium chicken stock ( I used Kitchen Basics)

2 cups

peeled and diced yukon gold potatoes

4 cups

frozen corn kernels

6 tbsp

unsalted butter

1 cup

all purpose flour

2 cups

whole milk, heated

couple of dashes of hot sauce (optional)

fresh parsley, to garnish