Potato Chowder
["3 c. diced potatoes", "1/2 c. diced celery", "1/2 c. chopped onion", "1 shredded carrot", "water to cover", "1 c. ham, finely diced", "1 c. Velveeta, diced", "4 c. milk", "seasonings to taste"]
["Cook vegetables in water until tender; add ham (I sometimes use part summer sausage), cheese and milk.", "Simmer gently until cheese melts.", "May be thickened, if desired.", "Garnish with parsley on side and croutons afloat."]
["potatoes", "celery", "onion", "carrot", "water", "ham", "Velveeta", "milk"]