CHUNKY CHEESE SOUP

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Although winters in Virginia are not necessarily harsh, it still gets cold enough to chill you to the bones. This tasty soup warms you through and through.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 cups water
2 cups diced peeled potatoes
1/2 cup diced carrots
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped onion
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

In a large saucepan, combine the first seven ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until the vegetables are tender. Add ham. , 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. Stir in cheese until melted; add to the soup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 17g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 936mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.