1/4 c. butter
1/2 c. onion, diced
1/2 c. flour
2 c. Carnation evaporated milk & 2 c. water OR 4 c. milk
4 c. fresh chicken stock
1/2 c. carrots, finely diced
1/2 c. celery, finely diced
1 c. grated American cheese
4 to 6 tbsp. Sharp Cheddar cheese spread
Dash of salt
Dash of paprika
Dash of nutmeg

Saute onion in butter in medium saucepan for 5 minutes or until onion is translucent. Blend in flour and stir over low heat for 5 minutes. Do not brown. Stir in milk and water over low heat for 5 minutes, or until mixture is smooth and thick. Combine carrots and celery with chicken stock in medium pot. Cover and simmer 10 to 15 minutes. Add milk mixture. Stir until well blended. Add cheeses, salt and paprika. Stir. Cook and stir for 10 minutes until thickened. Add nutmeg