American 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 ounces) package Little Smokies sausage or Hotdog, sliced
 * 1/2 lb American Cheese, cubed

Directions

 * Cook an stir onion in butter in 3-quart saucepan on medium-high heat until tender.
 * Add potatoes, water, Celery and Seasonings.
 * Bring to a boil.
 * Reduce heat; cover.
 * Simmer 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
 * Gradually add small amount of milk to Flour, stirring until well blended.
 * Gradually add flour mixture to hot vegetables, stirring constantly.
 * Stir in remaining Milk and Sausage; cook, stirring constantly, until mixture boils and thickens.
 * Add American Cheese; stir until melted.