Ham Cheddar Chowder Recipe

By gbvampy1

Ingredients

• 3 cups cubed peeled potatoes (1 inch)
• 2 medium carrots, chopped
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 3 cups water
• 6 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 celery ribs, chopped
• 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 4 cups whole milk
• 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup cubed fully cooked ham (about 8 ounces)

Preparation

Step 1

1. Place first four ingredients in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until vegetables are tender, 10-15 minutes. Drain.
2. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium heat; saute onion and celery until tender. Stir in flour and pepper until blended; gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in cheese until melted.
3. Stir in ham and potato mixture; heat through over low heat. Yield: 8 servings (about 2 quarts).