Chicken Cheese Soup

6 cups cubed potatoes
2 cups celery, diced
2 cups carrots, diced
1 onion, diced
4 chicken bouillon cubes
1 tsp. basil
4 cups water
1 15-oz. Cheez Whiz or 2 cups shredded cheese
¾ cup flour
2 cups milk
2 cups half and half

Combine vegetables, bouillon, basil and water in a large pot. Boil for 15 minutes.

In a small saucepan, melt butter and add flour to make a roux. Add milk, cheese and half and half; stir until thick and creamy. Add to vegetables and mix well.