Recipe: Crockpot Potato Soup

Crockpot Potato Soup
rec.food.cooking/Paul R. O'Neill

This recipe is made in a crockpot but can also be made on the stove.

6 potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
2 onions, chopped
1 carrot, sliced
1 celery stalk, chopped
4 cups water
1 (13 oz) can milk or half-and-half
dash white pepper
1 tsp. cornstarch
1 tsp. flour
2 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. butter
chives, chopped, optional

Put all the ingredients with the exception of the milk, flour and cornstarch in a pot. Cover and cook on low for 10-12 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.

Combine the milk, flour and cornstarch together and add to the pot during the last hour. Serve with chives on top.