Potato Cheese Soup

1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup choppped carrots
8 potatoes, peeled and chopped
1 tsp salt

Put all ingredients above in a large saucepan, add enough water to just cover. Bring to a boil, then cook on med. for about 10 minutes until veggies are just tender.

Meanwhile:
Melt 1/2 cup butter in a separate saucepan.
Mix in 1/2 cup flour and blend, cook for approx 1 min.
Add 1 quart of milk.
Stir and cook until thickened.
Stir in
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1-2 cups chopped ham (your taste)

When veggies are ready (after their ten minute cooking), stir both pans together. Bring to a boil and simmer for another 15-20 minutes on low. Add additional salt and pepper to taste.
So delicious!!! This is my kids favorite!