GOOD OLD-FASHIONED POTATO SOUP Recipe

3 stalks celery
3 tbsp. butter
1 cup chicken stock
3 cups diced potatoes
3 cups milk (heavy cream is best)

Put into saucepan: 3 stalks celery, diced fine & some leaves, if preferred, snipped fine 3 tbsp. butter
Cook 10 minutes, stirring constantly. Add 1 cup stock, cover, cook 10 more minutes. Add 3 cups diced potatoes. Add water to cover. Cover, cook 10 minutes longer. Mash potatoes lightly with fork, if desired, do not drain. Add 3 cups milk.
Simmer until potatoes are tender (do not boil). Season to taste with salt and pepper. Top with minced parsley or rivels.