Tuna Chowder

1 large potato diced
1/2 cup celery chopped
1/2 cup carrots chopped
1 small onion chopped
2 cups water

Bring water to a boil. Add first four ingredients and boil 10 minutes.

1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup flour (or cornstarch)
2 cups milk
1/2 lb. shredded sharp cheese
1 can tuna drained and flaked
Dash of Tabasco
salt to taste

 

Melt butter and dissolve flour, milk, and cheese. Add tuna, Tabasco, and salt.
Add to vegetables and liquid. Heat thoroughly.  This is WONDERFUL!