Delicious Ham and Potato Soup

Original Recipe: http://allrecipes.com/recipe/delicious-ham-and-potato-soup/detail.aspx

4 C Diced Potatoes

1/2 C Diced Carrot

1/2 Onion, Chopped

1 C Diced Ham

3 1/2 C Water

2 T Chicken Bullion Granules

1/2 t Salt

1 t Pepper

5 T Butter or Oil

5 T Flour

2 C Milk

5 Slices Cheddar Cheese, Diced

Combine potatoes, carrots, onion, ham, water, bullion, salt, and pepper in a large stock pot. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Meanwhile, melt butter in a pan. Stir in flour and whisk until smooth and no lumps remain. Stir constantly for a minute or two, then add milk in slowly. Whisk until smooth. Add cheese, small amounts at a time until melted completely.

Add milk mixture to soup. Stir to combine, serve immediately.