Puree Of Onion And Potato Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

new potatoes to yield approximately 4 c., diced
3 medium onions (approximately 1 1/2 c.)
2 Tbsp. butter, divided
3 c. hot water
2 tsp. salt
3 c. hot milk
chives (optional garnish)
salt and pepper

Preparation

Dice onions to about 1/3-inch size.
Put 1 tablespoon butter in a large kettle.
Add onions and cook, covered, over low heat, until tender, but not brown.
Stir occasionally.