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Cheesy Potato Soup
4 medium potatoes, sliced
1 large onion, chopped
1 quart water
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter or margarine
3 tablespoons flour
1/2 cup milk
1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) shredded sharp cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon ground pepper
Chopped chives
Combine potatoes, onion and water in heavy saucepan. Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. In heavy skillet melt butter; add flour; cook and stir until mixture bubbles. Remove from heat; stir in milk. Return to heat; cook and stir until thickened. Stir mixture slowly into potatoes; cook and stir until thick. Add cheese and seasonings. Serve, topped with chopped chives. Four to six servings.
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