Tuesday, January 20, 2009

WISCONSIN CHEESY POTATO SOUP

4 baking potatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds)
2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, sliced
2 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
2 cups water
1 can (12 ounces) can evaporated milk
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Wisconsin Mild Brick cheese
1 teaspoon chopped parsley
3/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper

Cook potatoes in microwave on high until tender; cool. Place butter and onions in large bowl. Cook in microwave on high until tender, about 2 minutes. Stir in flour; add bouillon granules and water. Stir well; return to microwave and cook on high for 2 minutes until mixture is heated. Scoop out potatoes, leaving pieces in chunks. Add potatoes, evaporated milk, cheese and seasonings to hot mixture. Return to microwave and cook on high 2 1/2 to 4 minutes until cheese is melted and soup is hot.