Ingredients

  • 10 slices bacon, diced
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 cup carrot, diced
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 3 cups milk
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
  • 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon
  • 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups cooked ham, chopped
  • 2 1/2 cups cubed potatoes
  • pepper

Method

  • In a dutch oven or large soup kettle cook bacon over medium heat until crisp.
  • Drain.
  • In the leftover drippings, saute onion and carrots until tender.
  • Stir in flour until blended.
  • Gradually add milk and water.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
  • Add the potatoes, corn, bouillon and pepper.
  • Reduce heat, simmer, uncovered for 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
  • Add cheese and ham.
  • Heat until cheese is melted.
  • Stir in bacon.