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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Although winters in Virginia are not necessarily harsh, it still gets cold enough to chill you to the bones. This tasty soup warms you through and through. Ingredients:
2 cups water |
2 cups diced peeled potatoes |
1/2 cup diced carrots |
1/2 cup chopped celery |
1/4 cup chopped onion |
1-1/2 teaspoons salt |
1/4 teaspoon pepper |
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham |
1/4 cup butter, cubed |
1/4 cup king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
2 cups milk |
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese |
Directions:
1. In a large saucepan, combine the first seven ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until the vegetables are tender. Add ham.
2. In another saucepan, melt the butter; stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cheese until melted; add to the soup. Yield: 6-8 servings.
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