Potato Cheese Soup

By JanetLynn198

Ingredients

• 8 cups peeled and cubed potatoes
• 2 cups peeled and chopped onions
• 4 cups chopped celery
• 4 cups water
• 2 tsp salt
• 4 cups half and half
• 6 tbsp butter or margarine
• 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
• 4 tbsp fresh parsley, optional

Details

Preparation time 30mins
Cooking time 60mins

Preparation

Step 1

1. Put potatoes, onions and salt in water to cover in large pot; simmer until tender, about 15 mins. Drain. Put in blender or food processor fitted with metal blade and puree chunky style; return to soup pot.

2. Add half and half, butter and cheese. Simmer until piping hot but don't boil. Garnish with parsley if desired. Good served with corn bread.