Ham and Potato Cheddar Soup

By bjlazyl

Ingredients

• 2 cups diced peeled potatoes
• 2 cups chicken broth
• ½ cup sliced carrot
• ¼ cup chopped onion
• ¼ cup butter, cubed
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups 2% milk
• ¼ to ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon pepper
• 2 cups (8 ounces) sharp shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 -1/2 cups cooked ham, cubed
• 1 cup corn

Preparation

Step 1

InstructionsIn a large saucepan, combine the potatoes, chicken broth, carrot and onion. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.Meanwhile, in another saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add the milk, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil and cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir the mixture into the potatoes and chicken broth. Stir in cheese until melted. Add ham and corn. Heat though.