2 c. chopped celery
2 c. chopped onion
2 c. sliced carrots
3/4 tsp. pepper
2 qt. chicken stock
2 c. cubed potatoes
1 c. half & half or milk
1/2 c. flour blended with 2 tbsp. melted butter

In large pan, place vegetables, pepper, and stock. Boil until vegetables are tender. Add potatoes and half & half. Simmer 15-20 minutes. Add flour and butter mixture, and simmer to cook flour. Serves 10-12.