Ingredients

  • 3 lbs potatoes, cubed
  • 1 lb ham, cubed
  • 2 cups celery, chopped
  • 1 medium white onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup butter (cut into small tsp size pieces)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon celery salt (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon parsley
  • 2 cups milk
  • 4 tablespoons flour
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken stock (unsalted)
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese

Method

  • Sautee celery, onion, ham, potatoes, salt, pepper, and butter in a large stock pot over medium heat until butter melts and celery and onions become slighlty tender. (stir constantly).
  • Whisk milk, cream, and flour together.
  • Add milk mixture, chicken stock, parsley, and celery salt, stirring occasionally.
  • Bring mixture to a boil, cover and reduce heat to low.
  • Simmer for 45 min-1 hours (all veggies should be very tender).
  • Stir in cheese until melted.
  • Serve and Enjoy!