Potato Cheese Soup

By nperry1006

Ingredients

• 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

Preparation

Step 1

Place potatoes, onions, celery and salt in the 4 cups of water in a large pot. Simmer about 15 minutes until vegetables are tender. Put in blender and puree until chunky. Return soup to pot and add half and half, butter and cheese. Simmer until hot. Do NOT boil.