Cheddar Chowder

Ingredients:

• 2 cups boiling water
• 2 cups diced potatoes
• 1/2 cup sliced carrots
• 1/2 cup sliced celery
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
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• 1 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. pepper
• 1/4 cup margarine
• 1/4 cup flour
• 2 cups milk
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup cubed ham

Directions:

Simmer together the water, potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, salt and pepper for 10 minutes. Do not drain. Make a white sauce with the margarine, flour and milk. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese. Mix with above ingredients. Add the ham, and simmer gently until heated through. Watch closely so it doesn't stick or scorch!

By Robin from Washington, IA