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Cheese and Potato Soup
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| Cheese and Potato Soup |
Serves 4
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup celery, diced
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 teaspoon dried dill
3 tablespoons all purpose flour
2 cups chicken broth
2 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
4 cups potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces, about 4 potatoes
1 cup packed grated sharp cheddar cheese.
1/2 cup chopped cooked ham cut into 1/2 inch cubes
Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add celery and onions. Sauté until vegetables are soft, about 3 to 5 minutes. Sprinkle flour and dill over vegetables and stir for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in broth and milk. Add mustard powder and potatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Slowly add cheese stirring constantly. Mix in ham. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
