1 lg Potato, finely chopped 1 lg Onion, finely chopped 1/4 c Carrots, thinly sliced 1/4 c Finely chopped celery 1 c Water 2 c Chicken consomm? or 2 c Chicken broth 1 c Grated sharp Cheddar cheese 1/2 c Half and half 2 tb Chopped parsley 1. In a deep, 3-quart, heat-resistant, non-metallic casserole place 1 cup water, potatoes, onion, carrots and celery. Heat, covered, in Microwave Oven 8 minutes or until vegetables are tender. 2. Add remaining ingredients, except parsley, and heat, covered, 5 minutes or until soup bubbles and cheese has melted. Stir occasionally. 3. Serve garnished with chopped parsley.
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