Country Potato Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 Slices lean bacon, coarsely chopped
1/4 c. Chopped celery
1/2 c. Chopped onion
2 Medium potatoes, peeled and cut in 1-inch cubes
2 1/2 c. Water
1 Bay leaf
1/2 tsp. Salt
1/4 tsp. Grated nutmeg
1/4 tsp. Dried marjoram
1/4 tsp. Celery salt
1/4 tsp. Black pepper
1 c. Milk
1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
2 Tbsp. Finely minced parsley

Preparation

In a deep pan, over a medium heat, saute the bacon, celery and onion until the onion is golden brown, about 5 minutes.
Add the potatoes, water and seasonings, raise the heat to high and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cover, simmer for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. Mash the potatoes slightly, about 1/4 of the cubes should be left whole. Remove the bay leaf, add the milk, Worcestershire sauce and parsley and bring back to a boil. Serves 4-6.