Ham & Cheddar Chowder

By á-4468

Ingredients

• 2 C. water
• 2 C. peeled and cubed potatoes
• 3 T. butter or margarine
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 3 T. flour
• Red and black pepper to taste
• 3 C. milk
• 1/2 tsp. sugar
• 1 C. shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 C. cubed cooked ham

Preparation

Step 1

Bring water to a boil in large saucepan. Add potatoes and cook until tender. Drain; reserving liquid. Measure 1 cup, adding water if necessary.

Melt butter in saucepan over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender but not brown. Add flour; season with peppers. Cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring constantly.

Gradually add reserved water and remaining ingredients to onion mixture; stir well. Simmer over low heat for 30 minutes, stirring frequently.