Cheddar Chowder - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. water
2 c. diced potatoes
1/2 c. diced carrots
1/2 c. diced celery
1/4 c. chopped onion
salt and pepper
1/4 c. butter
1/4 c. flour
2 c. cubed ham
2 c. grated Cheddar cheese

Preparation

Combine water and vegetables with salt and pepper in a large pot.
Boil 10 to 12 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a saucepan, melt butter.
Add flour and stir until smooth.
Slowly add milk and cook until thickened.
Add cheese; stir until melted.
Add sauce and ham to undrained vegetables.
Heat through and serve.