Mom's Potato Chowder

The best cheesy potato soup/chowder there is.

• Ready In: 1 hr 10 mins
• Serves: 6
• Yields: 6 cups

Ingredients

• 2  cups cold water
• 2  cups  chopped potatoes
• 1⁄2 cup  sliced carrot
• 1⁄2 cup  sliced celery
• 1⁄4 cup  chopped onion
• 1  tablespoon  chopped fresh chives
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1  dash pepper
• 1⁄4 cup butter or 1⁄4 cup margarine
• 1⁄4 cup flour
• 2  cups milk
• 2  cups  shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Directions

1. Bring water, vegetables, chives, and seasonings to boil in medium saucepan on high heat. Reduce heat to low; cover. Simmer 10 minutes. Do not drain.
2. Melt butter in large saucepan on low heat. Stir in flour. Cook 2 minutes or until bubbly. Gradually add milk, stirring until well blended. Cook on medium heat until mixture boils and thickens, stirring constantly. Add cheese; cook until melted, stirring constantly.
3. Add vegetable mixture; cook until heated through. Do not boil.
4. Enjoy!