Ham Cheddar Chowder

12 ingredients
3 steps

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)

Directions

  1. 1
    Place first four ingredients in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until vegetables are tender, 10-15 minutes. Drain.
  2. 2
    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.
  3. 3
    Stir in ham and potato mixture; heat through over low heat.

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