Cheddar Chowder

Directions

1. 1
   You will needed 2 sauce pans: 1 medium and 1 large.
2. 2
   In the large pan, over medium heat, combine potatoes, celery, onion, carrots, salt, pepper, water and chicken stock. Bring to a low boil and continue to boil for 12 minutes.
3. 3
   While the veggies are cooking, in the medium pant over medium heat, melt the butter, stiring in the flour. Cook 3-5 minutes until the flour is dark blonde, slowly whisk in milk. Keep whisking until warm and bubbly. Stir in cheese and keep stiring until melted completely. Remove from heat.
4. 4
   When the veggies are done cooking, DO NOT drain. Stir in the cheese sauce. Taste and adjust salt and pepper to your liking.
5. 5
   Notes:
6. 6
   If you do not have chicken stock, use 1 cups water and 1 bouillon cube to replace the 1 cup of stock.
7. 7
   If you wan to make a fuller meal, add 2 cups diced cooked ham or smoked sausage.