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Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. chopped celery
  • 1/2 c. chopped onion
  • 2 Tbsp. oil
  • 3 c. cubed potatoes (about 1/2-inch cubes)
  • 1 qt. water
  • 1/2 c. butter or margarine
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. black pepper
  • 3 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 c. milk

Method

  • In a large Dutch oven saute the celery and onion in the oil for about 1 to 2 minutes or until the onions are tender.
  • Don't brown them.
  • Add the potatoes, water, butter, salt and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to medium-high and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, not mushy.
  • In a small bowl combine the flour with 1/2 cup milk.
  • Whisk until smooth.
  • Add in the soup mixture and stir.
  • Keep warm until time to serve.