HAM CHEDDAR CHOWDER

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Living in Wisconsin, I like to make dishes featuring cheese, and this chowder is one of my favorites. It makes a great meal served with salad greens and rye rolls. -Ruth Protz, Oshkosh, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings (about 2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 cups cubed peeled potatoes (1 inch)
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 teaspoons salt
3 cups water
6 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 cups whole milk
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham (about 8 ounces)

Steps:

Place first four ingredients in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until vegetables are tender, 10-15 minutes. Drain., Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium heat; saute onion and celery until tender. Stir in flour and pepper until blended; gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in cheese until melted., Stir in ham and potato mixture; heat through over low heat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429 calories, Fat 28g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 690mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.