• 1 1/2 cups chopped broccoli
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 tbsp. margarine
• 3 cups milk, divided
• 2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1/4 tsp. chili powder
• 1/2 tsp. dried basil, crushed
• 1 cup shredded american cheese
• 3 (5 oz.) cans diced ham, drained

Combine broccoli, celery, onion, margarine and ½ cup milk in large pot. Heat, covered 10 minutes or until vegetables are steamed. Blend flour into 1 cup milk then add with remaining milk and seasonings to vegetables. Cook, stirring occasionally until chowder boils and thickens. Add cheese and ham. Heat until cheese is melted.