Cheddar Chowder

Ingredients:

2 c. water
2 c. potatoes, diced
1/2 c. carrots, diced
1/2 c. celery, diced
1/4 c. onion, chopped
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 c. cubed ham
1 can corn
1/4 c. butter
1/4 c. flour
2 c. milk
2 c. cheddar cheese, grated

Directions:

Combine first seven ingredients in a large kettle and boil 10-12 minutes.  Meanwhile in a small saucepan, make a white sauce by melting butter, then add flour.  Stir until smooth and slowly add milk; cook until thickened.  Add grated cheese and stir until melted.  Add white sauce, corn and cubed ham to cooked vegetables.  Heat through.