3 C's Soup #3 (carrot, Cauliflower & Celery) W/cheese

Total Time: 45 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 1 large head cauliflower, cut in flowerettes, then cut vertically, thin slices
• 10 stalks celery, thinly sliced with leaves
• 6 large carrots, grated
• 2 quarts water
• 1/2 cup margarine
• 1 teaspoon salt or 1 teaspoon salt substitute
• 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
• 2 cups milk
• 2 cups frozen peas (optional)
• 2 cups cheddar cheese

Recipe

• 1 in large stockpot add carrots, celery and cauliflower to 2 quarts water. add margarine, salt.
• 2 cook 20 to 25 minutes on low heat, covered.
• 3 take off heat, add evaporated milk, two cups of milk and optional frozen peas.
• 4 put back on burner and heat on low and stir until warm and hot to serve. do not boil.
• 5 ladle in serving bowls, pass the cheese if they want a soup topper. serve with triscuits or a whole wheat cracker. this is a very rich soup. if you want to add more water, feel free.