Queso-Broccoli Potato Chowder

butter

finely chopped red bell pepper

finely chopped onion

poblano peppers, seeded and finely chopped

garlic cloves, minced

refrigerated Southwestern-style hash brown potatoes

ground cumin

low-sodium fat-free chicken broth

all-purpose flour

milk

half-and-half

freshly shredded asadero cheese*

freshly shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

fresh broccoli florets

Sautéed chopped ham