Potato-Cheese Soup

(from saymyname’s recipe box)

Serves 6 people

Categories: Main Dish, Potatoes, Soup

Ingredients

  • 3 medium potatoes , peeled and quartered (about 1 lb.)
  • 1 small onion , finely chopped
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups milk
  • 3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine , melted
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
  • 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
  • 2 cups shredded swiss cheese

Directions

  1. In a saucepan, bring potatoes, onion, water, and salt to a boil.

  2. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until potatoes are tender.

  3. Do not drain; mash slightly.

  4. Stir in milk.

  5. In a small bowl, blend butter, flour, parsley, and pepper; stir into potato mixture.

  6. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly.

  7. Remove from heat; add cheese and stir until melted.

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