EAT SMART, FAST FIX - Ham Cheddar Chowder

Ham Cheddar Chowder

TAKES: 30 minutes
MAKES: 8 servings (about 2 qt.)

INGREDIENTS

• 3 cups cubed peeled potatoes (1 inch)
• 2 medium carrots, chopped
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 3 cups water
• 6 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 celery ribs, chopped
• 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• ¹/₂ teaspoon pepper
• 4 cups whole milk
• 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup cubed fully cooked ham (about 8 oz.)

1. Place first four ingredients in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until vegetables are tender, 10-15 minutes. Drain.

2. In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium heat; saute onion and celery until tender. Stir in flour and pepper; slowly stir in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally; cook and stir until thickened. Remove from heat; stir in cheese. Stir in ham and potato mixture; heat through over low heat.

PER SERVING

429 cal., 28g fat (16g sat. fat), 87mg chol., 690mg sod., 27g carb. (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g pro.

HEALTH TIP

• Save calories and fat! Slash the amount of cheese but switch to a more flavorful type, like sharp cheddar.

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