Cheddar Ham Chowder

By JanetLynn198

Total time: 1 hour
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Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 2 cups cubed peeled potatoes
• 1/2 cup sliced carrots
• 1/2 cup sliced celery
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk
• 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 can whole kernel corn, drained
• 1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a large saucepan, bring the water, potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, salt and pepper to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 mins or until vegetables are just tender. Remove from the heat; do not drain.

2. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt the butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

3. Add cheese and stir until melted. Stir into the undrained vegetables; return large saucepan to the heat. Add corn and ham; heat through, stirring occasionally.