Potato and Cheddar Soup
This is a smooth creamy soup. Great for those cold winter days.
water
2
cups
peeled and cubed red potatoes
2
cups
melted butter
3
tablespoons
onion, chopped
1
small
all-purpose flour
3
tablespoons
salt and pepper to taste
milk
3
cups
white sugar
½
teaspoon
shredded Cheddar cheese
1
cup
diced ham
1
cup
 Using a medium sized stock pot bring water to a boil, add potatoes and cook until tender. Drain reserving 1 cup liquid.
  Stir in butter, onion and flour. Season with salt and pepper. Gradually stir in potatoes, reserved liquid, milk, sugar, cheese, and ham. Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring frequently.
