Best Ever Potato Soup

• servings: 8 servings
• total time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

6 bacon strips, diced

3 cups cubed peeled potatoes

1 small carrot, grated

1/2 cup chopped onion

1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon pepper

1/2 teaspoon celery seed

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

3 cups 2% milk

8 ounces Velveeta, cubed

2 green onions, thinly sliced, optional

Directions

In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally; drain drippings. Add vegetables, seasonings and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender, 10-15 minutes.

Mix flour and milk until smooth; stir into soup. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in cheese until melted. If desired, serve with green onions.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Total Fat: 13g fat (7g saturated fa
• Cholesterol: 35mg
• Sodium: 823mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 22g carbohydrate (8g sug
• Dietary Fiber: 2g fiber)
• Protein: 12g protein.