Cheesy Chicken Chowder

With the days getting colder, I thought I would share my brothers favorite soup. I hope you enjoy this. It is pretty tasty.

Ingredients


3 cups chicken broth

2 cups diced peeled potatoes

1 cup diced carrots

1 cup diced celery

1/2 cup diced onion

1-1/2 teaspoons salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

1/4 cup butter, cubed

1/3 cup all-purpose flour

2 cups milk

2 cups (about 8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese

2 cups diced cooked chicken

Directions

In a 4-quart saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Reduce heat; add the potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, salt and pepper. Cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium saucepan; stir in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; add cheese, stirring until melted; add to broth along with chicken. Cook and stir until heated through. Yield: 6-8 servings