Chili Cheddar Soup

Though this isn't my dad's chili, it sure is good.

What you need:
2 tbsp butter
1 medium onion, diced
1 tbsp salt, pepper and cayenne
4 cups water
4 new potatoes, peeled and sliced thinly
4 carrots, peeled and diced
4 green chili peppers, sliced
4 jalapeno peppers, sliced
1 cup cheddar cheese

Steps:
1. melt butter over medium heat
2. add onion and stir until soft (3-5 minutes)
3. add water, potatoes, carrots, chilies and jalapenos
4. add salt, pepper and cayenne
5. bring to boil, reduce heat to low, cover and let simmer for 10 minutes
6. transfer solids to separate dish with slotted spoon and mash with hand blender
7. return the mashed solids
8. sprinkle shredded cheddar on top and stir
9. simmer 5 minutes over low heat

Extras:
-canned potatoes are easier to use. you need not peel them and they cook faster
-goes great with warm rolls