Vegetable Chowder

When it is a cold, winter day this chowder will fill your belly and warm your body. This recipe comes from my sister-in-law Denise and I am always reminded of her when I make it. Vegetable Chowder

2 cups diced potatoes

1 cup sliced or diced carrots

1/2 cup celery

1/4 cup chopped onion

1 1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp pepper

2 cups boiling water

Put all above ingredients in large pot and simmer until vegetables are tender. Do not drain water.

Sauce

1/4 cup margarine

1/4 cup flour

2 cups milk

In a separate sauce pan combine margarine and flour, stir until thick; then add milk. Stir until sauce thickens.

After sauce is thick add to pot of vegetables also add....

10 oz. shredded cheddar cheese

1 can of cream corn

Stir until heated, but do not boil.