CHEDDAR HAM CHOWDER

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I often freeze this soup and thaw it for a fast easy meal. Since it's hearty, all I need to add are rolls or bread and a salad. -Ann Heine, Mission Hill, South Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 cups water
2 cups cubed peeled potatoes
1/2 cup sliced carrots
1/2 cup sliced celery
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups 2% milk
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 can (15-3/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring the water, potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, salt and pepper to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until vegetables are just tender. Remove from the heat; do not drain. , Meanwhile, in another saucepan, melt the butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Add cheese and stir until melted. Stir into the undrained vegetables; return large saucepan to the heat. Add corn and ham; heat through, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434 calories, Fat 27g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 1237mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.