• 1/2 lb. hot dogs, halved lengthwise and sliced
• 1 cup sliced celery
• 1/2 cup sliced carrot
• 1/2 cup chopped green pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup butter or margarine
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 2 1/2 to 3 cups milk
• 2 cups (8 oz.) shredded cheddar cheese

In a large saucepan, combine hot dogs, celery, carrot, green pepper, onion and butter.  Cook and stir over medium heat until vegetables are tender.  Stir in flour and pepper until blended.  Gradually add milk.  Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.  Add cheese; stir until melted.  YIELD:  5 servings.