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We are entering week 2 of our NO SPEND MONTH and things are going well in the kitchen department.

This week's menu is not going to be thrilling, it is full of meals from the pantry and freezer:

<strong>Monday:</strong> Taco Salad

<strong>Tuesday:</strong> Tuna Salad Sandwiches and Salad

<strong>Wednesday:</strong> Cheddar Ham and Potato Chowder * recipe below

<strong>Thursday:</strong> Breakfast for Dinner

<strong>Friday:</strong> Homemade Pizza ( I hope I remember to set the timer this week and not BURN an entire pizza )
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Cheddar, Ham and Potato Chowder
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<p style="text-align: center;">1/2 cup carrots diced</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">1/2 cup celery diced</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">1/4 cup onion diced</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">1 tsp seasoned salt</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">1/4 tsp pepper</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">1 Tbs butter</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">2 cups potatoes diced</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">2 cups broth (chicken or vegetable)</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Ham cubed (the amount is up to you)</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">1/4 cup butter</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">1/4 cup flour</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">2 cups milk</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">2 cups cheddar cheese, grated</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Saute vegetables in butter until soft. Add potatoes and broth and cook 10-12 minutes</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">In a different pan make a white sauce: Melt butter 1/4 cup butter, add flour and stir until smooth, about 1 minute. Stir in milk and mix until thickened. Add grated cheese to the white sauce. Stir until melted. Add white sauce and cubed ham to the vegetables that have not been drained. Heat through.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Enjoy!!</p>