ham and potato soup

Ingredients For ham and potato soup

• 5 c

  water
• 2 tsp

  chicken base (better than bouillon)
• 1/2 c

  chopped onion
• 1/2 c

  diced carrots
• 2

  red potatoes, cubed (no need to peel)
• 2 c

  cooked ham, cubed
• 1

  bay leaf
• 1/2 tsp

  ground black pepper
• 2 Tbsp

  dried parsley flakes
• 1 tsp

  mild curry powder
• 1 pkg

  (4.1 oz) instant mashed potatoes (idahoan)
• 1 c

  milk
• 2 c

  cheddar cheese, shredded
• salt, to taste