Chunky Potato Soup

3 Tbsp. butter
1/4 C. All Purpose flour
4 C. milk
2 C. diced potatoes
1/2 C. minced onion
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. ground pepper

Melt butter in a heavy saucepan over low heat; add flour, stirring until smooth. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually add milk; stir in potatoes, onion, salt & pepper. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until mixture is thickened and potatoes are done.

I like to microwave the potatoes so they they don't take so long to cook in the soup. Cook on high 3 minutes & stir until they are slightly cooked.

Serve topped with sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese & bacon bits if so desired.