hearty chicken and rice soup

 

1-14 oz can of chicken broth or make the equivalent with bouillon and water

2 cups cold water

1/2 cup uncooked rice

1/2 cup chopped celery

1/2 cup carrot slices

3/4 lb of velveeta cheese–or use canned nacho cheese

1 1/2 cup chopped chicken

Combine broth, water, rice, celery, and carrots.  Cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until vegetables are soft.  Add remaining ingredients and stir until cheese melts.