Cheesy Potato Soup I

Vegetables simmered in chicken broth are combined with milk and processed cheese in this soup which is thickened with instant potato flakes and served with a garnish of crumbled bacon.

• Calories: 369 Calories

Ingredients

• 4 cups milk
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 2 cups chicken broth
• ½ onion, chopped
• 4 slices crisp cooked bacon, crumbled
• 2 carrots, chopped
• ¼ cup dry potato flakes
• 4 large potatoes, diced
• 12 (1 ounce) slices processed cheese food

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a large pot combine the chicken broth, potatoes, celery, carrots and onion. Mix together and bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook 15 to 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Step 2

Add milk; reduce heat to medium low and let simmer. Add cheese slices; when cheese is melted, slowly stir in dry potato flakes until mixture is slightly thickened. Sprinkle bacon on top and serve hot.