Newcomer 3 tablespoons Margarine -- or butter

1/4 cup Onion -- chopped

3 teaspoons Chicken-flavor instant -- bouillon

1/4 teaspoon Dried thym4e leaves

1/8 teaspoon Pepper

2 cups Milk

1 cup Water

2 cups Potatoes -- diced cooked and

1 cup Cubed cooked ham

1 package Frozen mixed vegetables -- thawed

Melt margarine in large saucepan over low heat. Stir in onion; cook until tender. Stir in flour, bouillon, thyme and pepper. Cook until mixture is smooth and boubly. Gradually stir in milk and water; cook over medium heat until mixture boils and thickens, stirring constantly. Add potatoes, ham and vegetables. Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.