Cheesy Sausage Corn Chowder

Ingredients:

• 1 pound mild pork sausage
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 3 ribs celery, chopped
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• dash thyme
• 2 teaspoons fresh chopped parsley or 1 scant teaspoon dried parsley flakes
• 2 1/2 to 3 cups chopped potatoes
• 1 carrot, fine dice
• 1 can corn with peppers, drained, or 1 1/2 to 2 cups Southwestern corn blend
• 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
• 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Preparation: