POTATO SOUP

A hot creamy soup with delicious chunks of ham that is the perfect meal for a cold night.

3 medium red potatoes

2 cups water

1 small onion finely chopped

3 tbsp butter

3 tbsp flour

Dash of pepper

3 cups milk

tsp sugar

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1 cup cubed ham

Peel and cube potatoes. Boil in two cups of water until tender. Drain, reserving 1 cup liquid (add water if needed). Melt butter in large saucepan over medium heat and add onion. Cook, stirring often until tender but not brown. Add flour to saucepan, season with pepper and cook 3 to 4 minutes.

Gradually add potatoes, reserved 1 cup liquid, milk, and sugar. Stir well, then add cheese and ham. Simmer on low heat 30 minutes, stirring often. Serve plain, or in a bread bowl.

Cuisine: German

Main Ingredient: Potatoes