Potato Chowder

Hot, hearty chowder always hits the spot!

Recipe from the Kitchen-Klatter cookbook

• 3 T. butter
• 1/2 C. chopped onion
• 2 T. flour
• 3 to 4 C. milk
• 1-1/2 C. fully cooked cubed ham
• 5 to 6 potatoes, peeled and chopped
• 1/2 C. chopped celery
• 1/2 C. chopped carrots
• 1/4 C. water
• 1-1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/8 tsp. pepper
• Shredded cheddar cheese

Brown onion lightly in butter; add flour and blend. Stir in milk and reduce heat. Keep hot, but do not boil.

In a separate pan, combine ham, vegetables and water; simmer until vegetables are tender. Combine with hot milk mixture and season. Continue to cook, stirring over low heat, until mixture thickens slightly. Serve sprinkled with shredded cheddar cheese.

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