GOLDEN CHEESE/BROCCOLI CHOWDER

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This chowder is a wonderful warmer-upper on a rainy afternoon. For a quick and delicious variation, spoon chowder into a split baked potato! I like all types of cooking, especially baking pies. I'm a volunteer at our local hospital. When at home, I enjoy reading, biking and hiking.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups water
1 cup chopped carrots
1 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 pound fresh broccoli, chopped
CHEESE SAUCE:
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt or to taste
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
4 cups milk
Hot pepper sauce, optional
1 pound cubed Velveeta or 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham

Steps:

  • In large saucepan, combine the water, carrots, celery and onion. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add broccoli; cook, uncovered, until broccoli is crisp-tender. , Meanwhile, melt butter in large saucepan; stir in the flour, salt and pepper and milk until smooth. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until mixture is thickened. Add pepper sauce if desired. Stir in the cheese; cook and stir until melted. Add the ham and undrained vegetables; stir until blended.

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