POTATO AND CHEDDAR SOUP
Makes 12 Servings
2 cups water
2 cups potatoes, peeled and cubed
3 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 small onion, chopped
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Black pepper to taste
3 cups low-fat milk
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup (8 ounces) cooked ham, cubed
1. Bring water to a boil in large saucepan. Add potatoes and cook until tender. Drain, reserving liquid. Measure 1 cup, adding water if necessary.
2. Melt butter in saucepan over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender but not brown. Add flour; season with black pepper. Cook 3 to 4 minutes.
3. Gradually add potatoes, reserved liquid, milk, and sugar to onion mixture; stir well. Add cheese and ham.
4. Simmer over low heat 30 minutes, stirring frequently
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