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Potato Cheese Soup - Recipe Cost

Ingredients	Per Serving Qty	Common Price	Price per Serving
8 c. peeled and cubed potatoes	1 1/3 cups	$0.50 per pound	$0.22
1 c. peeled and minced onions	2 tablespoons	$0.79 per pound	$0.05
4 c. minced celery	2/3 cup	$1.99 per pound	$0.30
4 c. water	2/3 cup	n/a
2 teaspoon salt	1/3 teaspoon	$2.91 per 16 ounces	$0.01
4 c. half and half	2/3 cup	$0.08 per fluid ounce	$0.43
6 tbsp. butter	1 tablespoon	$3.99 per 16 ounces	$0.12
1 c. grated sharp cheddar cheese	2 tablespoons	$6.99 per 32 ounces	$0.17
Total per Serving			$1.30
Total Recipe			$7.78