Corn and Potato Chowder

INGREDIENTS

Cooking spray

1 1/2 cups

prechopped green bell pepper

1 cup

chopped green onions, divided (about 1 bunch)

2 cups

frozen corn kernels

1 1/4 cups

water

1 tsp

seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay)

3/4 tsp

dried thyme leaves

1/8 tsp

ground red pepper

1 lb

baking potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

1 cup

half-and-half

1/4 cup

chopped parsley

3/4 tsp

salt

1/2 cup

shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese