Ham and Potato Cheddar Soup

Ingredients

2 cups potatoes peeled and diced
2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup carrot sliced
1/4 cup onion chopped
1/4 cup butter cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups 2% milk
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups sharp shredded cheddar cheese 8 ounces
1-1/2 cups ham cubed cooked
1 cup corn

Directions

In a large saucepan, combine the potatoes, chicken broth, carrot, and onion. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

Meanwhile, in another saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add the milk, salt, and pepper.

Bring to a boil and cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir the mixture into the potatoes and chicken broth. Stir in cheese until melted. Add ham and corn. Heat through.