Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons margarine
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cups diced potatoes
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch dried marjoram
  • 3 cubes chicken bouillon
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups milk
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Method

  • Melt butter or margarine in a large saucepan. Add chopped onion, and cook over medium heat until tender.
  • Add potatoes, water, salt, marjoram, and bouillon cubes. Cover. Simmer for 10 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
  • Blend flour with a little milk until smooth. Gradually stir into potato mixture with remaining milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and mixture comes to a boil. Stir in parsley. Ladle into bowls, and top with shredded cheese.