Red Potato Soup

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 1/2 lbs red potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 2 celery ribs, diced
• 3 strips turkey bacon, diced
• 4 cups skim milk
• 2 cups water
• 1 1/2 Tbs chicken bouillon granules
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 5 Tbs butter, cubed
• 5 Tbs flour
• 1/2 cup Half & Half
• Shredded cheddar
• Chopped green onions

DIRECTIONS:

1. Bring potatoes to a boil. Reduce heat - simmer for 10-12 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside.
2. Saute onions, celery and bacon with a little oil in a large saucepan until tender. Drain grease, if needed. Add milk, water, bouillon, salt and pepper. Heat through - don't boil.
3. In a saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Cook and stir over medium heat for 1 minute. Gradually add cream. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. 
4. Stir into soup. Add potatoes and parsley. Heat through. Sprinkle with cheese and green onions.