• 2 cups chicken broth
• 4 large potatoes, diced
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 1/2 onion, chopped
• 4 cups milk
• 6 (2 ounce) slices processed cheese food (Velveeta)
• Instant mashed potato flakes for thickening
• 4 (1 ounce) slices bacon, cooked & crumbled

1. In a large pot combine the chicken broth, potatoes, celery, carrots and onion.
2. Mix together and bring to a boil over medium heat.
3. Cook 15—20 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
4. Add milk; reduce heat to medium low and let simmer.
5. Add cheese slices; when cheese is melted, slowly stir in dry potato flakes until mixture is slightly thickened.
6. Sprinkle bacon on top and serve hot.