Cheddar Chowder

This creamy, cheesy soup is one that I have used for many years, taken from a Taste of Home magazine. I love that magazine, and have subscribed to it for a long time.

Cheddar Chowder

2 cups water

2 cups diced potatoes

1/2 cup diced carrots

1/2 cup diced celery

1/4 cup chopped onion

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

White Sauce:

1/4 cup butter

1/4 cup flour

2 cups milk

2 cups cheddar cheese, grated

1 cup cubed ham

Combine water, potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, salt and pepper in large kettle. Boil 10-12 minutes. Meanwhile, in small saucepan, make white sauce by melting the butter. Add flour and stir until smooth (about 1 minute). Slowly add milk; cook until thickened.

Add grated cheese to white sauce; stir until smooth. Add cubed ham to the vegetables, that have not been drained.

Add the cheese sauce to the vegetables & ham. Stir, and heat through.

Yield:  6 servings.  (Note: These photos show the recipe doubled.)

A delicious, creamy, comforting soup ... we love it, especially on cold winter days.

Linked to Tasty Tuesdays