MARIE CALLENDAR’S POTATO CHEESE SOUP

MARIE CALLENDAR’S POTATO CHEESE SOUP


8 cups potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 cups chopped onion
4 cups chopped celery
2 tsp. salt
4 cups water
4 cups half-and-half
6 Tbsp. butter or margarine
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Place potatoes, onion, celery, and salt in 4 cups of water in a large pot. Si9mmer abouit15 minutes until vegetables are tender. Put in blander and puree until chunky. Return soup to pot and add half-and-half, butter, and cheese. Simmer until hot. DO NOT BOIL.