Creamy Ham and Potatoes

Ingredients:

• 8 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices
• 2 medium onions, finely chopped
• 1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
• 2 Tbsp. butter OR margarine
• 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp. ground mustard
• 1/2 tsp. each salt & pepper
• 1 can (10-3/4 oz.) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
• 1-1/3 cups water
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese

Directions:

1. In a slow cooker, layer potatoes, onions and ham.
2. In a saucepan, melt butter.
3. Stir in flour, mustard, salt and pepper until smooth.
4. Combine soup and water; gradually stir into flour mixture.
5. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly.
6. Pour over ham and potatoes.
7. Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours or until potatoes are tender.
8. If desired, sprinkle with cheese before serving.

Yield: 4 servings.