Bolivian Chowder

Ingredients

 * 1 	 large   onion, sliced
 * 2 	tablespoons butter or margarine
 * 4 	cups potatoes, cubed
 * 2 	cups cold water
 * 1 	cup celery, sliced
 * 2 	teaspoons salt
 * 1/4 	teaspoon pepper
 * 2 	cups milk
 * 2 	tablespoons flour
 * 1 (12 	ounce) package Little Smokies sausage or hot dogs, sliced
 * 1/2 	lb American cheese, cubed

Directions

 * 1) Cook an stir onion in butter in 3-quart saucepan on medium-high heat until tender.
 * 2) Add potatoes, water, celery and seasonings.
 * 3) Bring to a boil.
 * 4) Reduce heat; cover.
 * 5) Simmer 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
 * 6) Gradually add small amount of milk to flour, stirring until well blended.
 * 7) Gradually add flour mixture to hot vegetables, stirring constantly.
 * 8) Stir in remaining milk and sausage; cook, stirring constantly, until mixture boils and thickens.
 * 9) Add american cheese; stir until melted.