Cheddar-Vegetable Chowder

Ingredients

• 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
• 1 onion, peeled and finely chopped
• 1 c. mushrooms, sliced
• 3 Tbsp. unsalted butter
• 3 Tbsp. flour
• 2 c. half and half
• 1 (13 3/4 oz.) can chicken broth
• 1 lb. extra sharp Cheddar cheese, grated
• 6 oz. cooked smoked ham, julienned
• 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
• 1 c. broccoli, cooked until tender
• 1 c. sliced carrots, cooked until tender
• 3/4 c. cooked corn kernels
• salt and pepper to taste