Corn Chowder with Cheese

This is a basic Cheddar corn chowder, made with potatoes and other vegetables, corn, Cheddar cheese, and milk.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

2 cups diced potatoes
1/2 cup thinly sliced carrots
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups boiling water
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
dash black pepper
2 cups milk
2 1/2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
2 cups canned or frozen thawed cream-style corn

Instructions:

Cook potatoes, carrots, celery, and chopped onion in boiling salted water for 10 to 15 minutes, or until tender. Set aside, and do not drain.

Meanwhile, melt butter in a large saucepan; stir in flour and pepper. Continue to cook and stir for 1 minute. Gradually stir in milk; cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Stir in cheese and corn. Heat, stirring, until cheese is melted. Add reserved vegetables with liquid; heat through.
Corn chowder recipe serves 8.