Corn and Potato Chowder

Ingredients

• cooking spray
• 1 12 cups green bell peppers, prechopped
• 1 cup green onion, chopped, divided (about 1 bunch)
• 2 cups frozen corn kernels
• 1 14 cups water
• 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay)
• 34 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
• 14 teaspoon ground red pepper
• 1 lb baking potato, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
• 1 cup half-and-half
• 14 cup parsley, chopped
• 34 teaspoon salt
• 12 cup sharp cheddar cheese, reduced-fat, shredded