Ingredients:

• 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 2 (15-ounce) cans white cannellini or Great Northern beans, drained
• 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chilies
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 1/2 cup grated carrot
• 1/4 cup diced celery
• 1 cup low–sodium chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
• 2 cups fat-free or low-fat milk
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese, divided
• 4 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro (optional)

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