Best Cheesy Potato Soup Ever!

I had a difficult time getting this recipe. I got this recipe from my great aunt. I have it memorized so I would never forget it. This is a one of a kind recipe and so delicious. One bowl of this soup will fill you up!

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 2  tablespoons butter or 2  tablespoons margarine
• 1⁄3 cup  chopped celery
• 1⁄3 cup  chopped onion
• 4  cups  diced peeled potatoes
• 3  cups chicken broth
• 2  cups milk
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons salt
• 1  dash paprika (optional)
• 2  cups  shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium high heat. Sauté celery and onions together.
2. Add potatoes and chicken broth.
3. Cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 12 minutes.
4. In batches, puree potatoes in blender and return to sauce pan. (I usually don't use a blender, I just use a fork).
5. Stir in milk and seasonings.
6. Add the cheese and heat only until melted. garnish with paprika, croutons, and parsley.