Cheddar Chowder - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. boiling water
2 c. cauliflowerets
1 c. diced potatoes
1/2 c. sliced carrots
1/2 c. sliced celery
1/4 c. chopped onion
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/4 c. butter
1/4 c. flour
2 c. (8 oz.) shredded Cheddar cheese
1 c. cubed cooked ham (optional)
2 c. milk

Preparation

In saucepan, combine water, vegetables, salt and pepper. Cover and simmer 10 minutes. Do not drain. In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour, then milk and heat to boiling. Continue simmering, stirring constantly, until thickened. Add Cheddar cheese; stir until melted. Add undrained vegetables and ham, if used. Heat through but do not boil. If desired, add cooked broccoli.