Sausage Potato Soup

1/2 lb smoked kielbasa, sliced

6 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed

2 cups frozen corn

1 1/2 cups chicken broth

1 celery rib, sliced

1/4 cup sliced carrot

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp onion powder

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp pepper

1 1/2 cups milk

2/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1 tsp minced fresh parsley

In a large saucepan, brown sausage; drain.  Set sausage aside.  In the same pan, combine the potatoes, corn, broth,  celery, carrot and seasonings.  Bring to a boil.

Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender.  Add the milk, cheese, parsley and sausage.  Cook and stir over low heat until cheese is melted and soup is heated through.