2 c. boiling water
2 c. chopped potatoes
1/2 c. carrots, chopped
1/2 c. celery slices
1/4 c. chopped onion
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 c. butter
2 c. milk
1/4 c. flour
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 c. cheese
1 c. ham cubes

Combine water, vegetables, seasonings and ham. Cover and simmer 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Make a white sauce of butter, milk and flour. Add cheese and stir until melted. Stir into vegetables and ham mixture and heat until almost bubbly.

Makes 3 quarts. Enjoy.