Ham Chowder

This is a recipe from my Grandma Porter. It is one of my family's favorites.

Ham Chowder

4 large carrots diced

4 stalks celery, diced

1 small onion

2 large potatoes

5 cups water

2-3 cups diced ham

2 TBSP butter

6 TBSP flour

2 1/2 cup milk (I often use half and half)

seasoning to taste

Salt and pepper veggies. Cook veggies for about 20 minutes in 5 cups of water. Add ham and butter. Blend flour into milk, blending until smooth. Stir into soup, heat, stirring constantly until mixture boils. Simmer partially covered for 10-20 minutes to develop flavor. Season to taste.