1 large carrot
2 cups water
1 large onion, chopped
1 quart diced potatoes
⅓ cup macaroni
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
2 cups milk
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup cooked meat (optional)
1. Chop carrot and cook in 2 cups water.
2. When carrot is partially cooked, add onion, potatoes, macaroni, salt, and pepper.
3. Add enough water to cover and cook until tender.
4. Add milk and butter and heat well. Add meat if desired.