Chili Con Queso

5 pounds American cheese -- grated
3 1/4 cups water -- divided
1 1/2 cups chopped onion -- (see note)
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped jalapeno pepper

Combine cheese and 3 cups water in the top of a double boiler and bring to a boil. Stir every 5 minutes. While cheese is melting, combine onion, celery, bell pepper and jalapeno in saucepan and add 1/4 cup water.

Saut over medium heat until vegetables come to a light boil.

When cheese has melted and is smooth, add vegetables and mix thoroughly. Simmer 5 minutes. This makes a large amount; recipe could be cut in half or thirds.

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