Ingredients:

2 lbs. potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced

2 c sliced onion

10 c water

¼ c chicken soup base

1 c half and half

2 c sliced mushrooms

1 c diced red pepper

1 c sliced green onions

3 c finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese

pepper to taste

2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Directions:

1. In a large pot, combine potatoes, onion, water and chicken soup base. Bring to a boil, cover and cook just until potatoes are tender, about 10 min.

2. Mix in half and half, mushrooms, bell pepper and onions. Bring to simmer over med-low heat.

3. Add cheese a little at a time, stirring to melt between additions. Add pepper. Ladle into bowl; sprinkle with parsley. Thicken with a little cornstarch, if needed.

Bon Appetit!