Potato and Cheddar Soup

Servings

10

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 2 cups peeled and cubed red potatoes
• 3 tablespoons melted butter
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 3 tablespoons plain flour
• salt and pepper to taste
• 3 cups milk
• 1/2 teaspoon white sugar
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup diced ham

Instructions

1. Using a medium sized stock pot bring water to a boil, add potatoes and cook until tender. Drain reserving 1 cup liquid.
2. Stir in butter, onion and flour. Season with salt and pepper. Gradually stir in potatoes, reserved liquid, milk, sugar, cheese, and ham.
3. Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring frequently.