Cold Day Remedy

On Friday it was SO cold (is the 50s considered cold...I guess after being in the 80-90 range). I needed something desperately to warm me up. How about a good old soup that would warm us all up. It was a good idea until it got warm by mid-afternoon. Our house heated and warmed right up to the crockpot as did our tummies at dinner time. Mom often made potato soup when I was living at home. I have attempted many many times but every time failed; it never has tasted the same. Last winter I ran across this easy recipe; I use it as my go-to recipe now.

Potato Soup

adapted from:

http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/slow-cooker-cheesy-potato-soup/9a278ca4-42b0-4259-8941-5805d9aacb7f

1 bag (32oz) frozen southern-style diced hash brown potatoes

1/2 cup chopped onion

4 cups broth (I usually use chicken but veggie would work well too)

1 cup water

3 T flour (or 1 1/2 T cornstarch)

1 cup cold milk

2 cups cheddar cheese, grated

Pour potatoes into greased slow cooker. Add onions, broth and water. Cover and cook on Low for 6-8 hours. Combine milk with flour. Stir into mixture (after 6-8 hours has elasped). Turn crockpot on high. Cook 25 minutes until mixture has just thickened. Stir in cheese.

Serve with quesadillas or grilled cheese sandwiches.

Serves about 6 adults. (last time I froze half of the leftovers in a 32-oz yogurt container so I have a great go-to meal when I just don't feel like cooking).