Best Ever Potato Soup (Taste Of Home) - cooking recipe

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
14 1/2 ounces chicken broth
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups 2% low-fat milk
8 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed
2 green onions, thinly sliced

Preparation

In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Drain drippings and add vegetables, seasonings, and broth. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender, about 10 to 15 minutes.
Mix flour and milk until smooth and stir into soup.
Bring to a boil, stirring constantly and cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes.
Stir in cheese until melted. If desired, serve with green onions.