Permit Chowder

Ingredients:
5 large Potatoes
1 large Onion
3 stalks Celery
1 Green Pepper

Directions:
Dice veggies and add to 2 cups Water, 2 Beef Bouillon Cubes, 2 Tablespoons Butter, and Salt and Pepper. Bring to a boil then simmer at least 2 hours. About 30 minutes before serving add paste:

1/2 cup Water (about)
3 Tablespoons Flour
2 pounds diced Permit
2 Tablespoons Butter

Simmer 30 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in: 1/2 cup Whipping Cream (optional, but gives rich flavor)