Midwest Chowder

This was my all time favorite meal growing up.

Christmas, birthdays... this was the request. 

It's warm, cheesy and hearty to boot.

 Chop up the potatoes, carrots, onion, and celery.

Put in the pot of seasoned boiling water. 

Cover and Simmer until vegetables are cooked through.

While the veggies are cooking, start your rue with melted butter and flour over low heat.

Whisk until it is thick, smooth, and bubbly.

Slowly add the milk, whisking until smooth. Add in cheese slowly, whisk until melted.

You should have a thick, cheesy sauce when your done. 

Drain some water from your vegetables, if you want your chowder reeeally thick, drain most of it.  Pour in cheese sauce and stir. 

Add deli ham and corn to your liking and stir! 

Enjoy and eat in bowlfuls. 

My momma always serves it with corn bread 

and I like to add some homemade honey butter.

4 cups boiling water

4 cups chopped potatoes

1 cup carrot slices

1 cup celery slices

1/2 cup chopped onion

3 tsp salt

1/2 tsp pepper

1/2 cup butter

1/2 cup flour

4 cups milk

4-6 cups shredded 

sharp cheddar cheese

1 can of corn

diced deli ham