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                                            Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes  | 
                                            Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 8  | 
                                         
                                        
                                     
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                    Not your typical potato soup. This is rich, creamy and cheesy and will be a family favorite. Ingredients: 
                    
                        
                                                6 bacon strips, diced  |  
                                                1 can (14 1/2 oz) chicke broth  |  
                                                3 cups cubed peeled potatoes  |  
                                                1 small carrot, grated  |  
                                                1/2 cup chopped onion  |  
                                                1 tbsp. dried parsley flakes  |  
                                                1/2 tsp each celery seed, salt and pepper  |  
                                                3 tbsp. flour (use rice flour for gf)  |  
                                                3 cups milk  |  
                                                8 oz. velveeta cheese cubed  |  
                                                2 green onions, thinly sliced, optional  |  
                                                
                     
                    Directions: 
                    
                        
                            
                                1. In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. 2. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels to drain. 3. Add the broth, vegetables and seasonings. Brng to a boil. 4. Reduced heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender. 5. Combine flour and milk until smoth; add to soup. 6. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add cheese, stir until cheese is melted and the soup is heated through. 7. Garnish with green onions if desired.                              | 
                         
                         
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