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Loading...| 2 cups water ( or less if you want a thicker soup ) | |
| 2 cups peeled diced potatoes | |
| 1/2 cup diced celery ( optional ) | |
| 1/4 cup diced onion | |
| 1 teaspoon salt and pepper | |
| carrots ( etc ) or bacon ( etc ) | |
| 1/4 cup butter | |
| 1/4 flour | |
| 2 cups milk | |
| 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or 2 cups Velveeta cheese | |
| 1 cup ham or 1/2 package bacon , diced and cooked |
| 1. | In a large pot, boil water and add potatoes, celery and onions. Add salt and pepper. |
| 2. | Cook on medium flame till potatoes are tender and vegetables are cooked through. |
| 3. | You can add bacon or carrots to enhance the flavor. |
| 4. | In a small saucepan. melt butter and add flour. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. |
| 5. | Add this roux mixture to the soup. Increase the flame and let the soup thicken for 5 minutes. |
| 6. | Add milk and shredded cheese and stir until well combined. |
| 7. | Cook for 5 minutes and add diced ham or bacon. |
| 8. | Adjust spices to taste and serve hot. |
Fridge Cleaner Chowder is a simple, delicious and affordable meal that is perfect for using up leftover vegetables and ham.
This soup contains high amounts of calories and fat because of the cheese and ham/bacon, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.
Despite the high calorie content, the potatoes, celery, onions, and ham in the soup are rich in vitamins and minerals.
Also, milk in the soup can be a good source of calcium, which is essential for good bone health.
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