Cook onions and ham in 2 Tablespoons veg oil in large pot over medium heat. When cooked, add celery and bell pepper and continue cooking until tender. Add water and potatoes and cook on medium-high heat until tender. Add more water, if needed. Mash the potato mixture. Add shredded carrot. Turn down to low.
Make a white sauce in seperate pot with the butter, and flour and milk over medium heat. When thickened, add cheese and stir until cheese is melted. Add sauce to potato mixture and adjust thickening with extra milk.
Add salt and pepper to taste. For more flavor you can add green onion tops and chopped parsley. Let simmer 15 minutes.
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2/20/2012
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