Chunky Potato Soup Recipe

Directions:

1. Peel potatoes and cut into 1-inch cubes.
2. Bring water to a boil in large saucepan.
3. Add potatoes and cook until tender.
4. Drain, reserving liquid.
5. Set aside potatoes.
6. Measure 1 cup cooking liquid, adding water, if necessary. Set aside.
7. Peel and finely chop onion.
8. Melt butter in saucepan over medium heat.
9. Add onion to saucepan; cook, stirring frequently, until onion is translucent and tender, but not brown.
10. Add flour to saucepan; season with pepper flakes and black pepper to taste.
11. Cook 3 to 4 minutes.
12. Gradually add potatoes, reserved 1 cup cooking liquid, milk and sugar to onion mixture in saucepan; stir well.
13. Add cheese and ham.
14. Simmer over low heat 30 minutes, stirring frequently.
15. Stor leftovers, covered, in refrigerator.