Cheddar Potato Chowder

By Nanadi-2

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 2 cups diced unpeeled red potatoes
• 1 cup diced carrot
• 1/2 cup diced celery
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups 2% milk
• 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
• 1 cup cubed fully cooked lean ham

Details

Servings 7
Preparation time 20mins
Cooking time 40mins
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a Dutch oven, combine the first seven ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until tender.

Meanwhile, place flour in a large saucepan; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Add cheese; stir until melted. Stir the ham and the cheese sauce into undrained vegetables; stir until combined.
Yield: 7 servings.