Cheddar Potato Soup

Cheddar Potato Soup

• 1 large onion, diced

• oil or butter, for sautéing

• 2 stalks celery, chopped

• 3 carrots, peeled and cut into half-rounds

• 4 potatoes, peeled and cut into small cubes

• 5 and 1/2 cups water

• 2 teaspoons salt, or to taste

• black pepper, to taste

• 1 tablespoon chicken consommé powder (parve)

• 1 and 1/2 cups milk

• 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese and pizza cheese blend