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
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 cup margarine
• 1/4 cup flour
• 2 cups milk
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 cup cubed cooked ham

Directions
Add water to potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, salt and pepper. Cover; simmer 10 minutes. Do not drain. Make white sauce with margarine, flour and milk. Add cheese; stir until melted. Add ham and undrained vegetables. Heat; do not boil.