Potato Ham Chowder

Into the crockpot goes:

1 box Au Gratin potatoes with cheese
1 small red pepper, diced
1-2 carrots, grated
2 cups diced ham
2 cups cold water
2 cups whole milk
Black pepper to taste

Stir to combine and cook on Low for 4 hours. 

Add 1 cup frozen peas and cook 15 minutes to heat. 

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This was really quick and easy to make.  We ate it after our Sunday hike, and it tasted so good after a chilly day outside!