Canadian Cheese Soup(Microwave)  
["1 c. water", "1 large potato, shredded", "1 medium onion, chopped", "1 medium carrot, grated", "1 stalk celery, finely chopped", "1 c. chicken consomme or broth", "1/2 c. half and half", "1 1/2 c. shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (about 6 oz.)"]
["Combine water, potato, onion, carrot and celery in 2-quart casserole.", "Cover.", "Microwave at High until potatoes are tender, 12 to 17 minutes.", "Stir once.", "Stir in consomme and half and half. Cover.", "Microwave at Medium-high for 6 to 8 minutes.", "Mix in cheese, stirring until melted.", "Makes 4 servings."]
["water", "potato", "onion", "carrot", "celery", "chicken", "Cheddar cheese"]