Vegetable Chowder

Ingredients

• 3 c. water
• 3 chicken bouillon cubes
• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 1 c. thinly sliced carrots
• 1/2 c. diced green pepper
• 1/3 c. butter
• 1/3 c. all-purpose flour
• 3 1/2 c. 2% low-fat milk
• 4 c. (1 lb.) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• 1 (2 oz.) jar diced pimiento, drained
• 1/4 tsp. hot sauce (optional)
• salt and pepper to taste