CREAMY CHUNKY POTATO SOUP

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"The first time I made this creamy satisfying soup, it instantly became my family's favorite," recalls Stephanie Moon, of Boise, Idaho. "It is perfect on chilly days. Even those who don't normally like Swiss cheese savor this delicious soup."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

4 medium potatoes (about 2 pounds), peeled and cubed
3/4 cup chopped onion
1 small carrot, chopped
1/4 cup chopped celery
1-1/2 cups chicken broth
3 tablespoons butter, cubed
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2-1/2 cups whole milk
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese

Steps:

In a large saucepan, combine the potatoes, onion, carrot, celery and broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender; lightly mash., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir into potato mixture. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Add parsley, salt and pepper. Remove from the heat; stir in cheese until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Fat 12g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 599mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein.