MARIE CALLENDAR'S POTATO CHEESE SOUP


8 c Potatoes -- peeled and
Cubed
2 c Chopped onion
4 c Chopped celery
2 ts Salt
4 c Water
4 c Half-and-half
6 tb Butter or margarine
1 c Shredded sharp cheddar
Cheese

Place potatoes, onions, celery, and salt in the 4 c 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.