Ham Chowder

8 servings

2 cups cubed peeled potatoes
2 cups fresh cauliflower florets
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 cup chicken broth
3 cups milk
2 1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Dash ground nutmeg
1/2 to 1 cup instant potato flakes
Minced fresh parsley

In a large saucepan, cook the potatoes, cauliflower and onion in chicken broth until tender. Stir in milk, ham, salt, pepper and nutmeg; heat through. Stir in potato flakes; simmer for 5-10 minutes or until soup is as thick as desired. Sprinkle with parsley.

6-8 servings (2 quarts)