French Fried Potato Cheese Soup

This recipe is from a Junior League cookbook. My boys like this during the cold winter months and I like it because it is quick and easy. I have used 2% or even skim milk in this recipe.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1 (16 ounce) package frozen french fries
• 1 1⁄2 cups hot water
• 2  chicken bouillon cubes
• 2  teaspoons  onion salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon paprika
• 1⁄8 teaspoon pepper
• 3  cups milk
• 1 (10 1/2ounce) can  cream of celery soup
• 8  ounces Velveeta cheese, chopped

Directions

1. Combine potatoes, water, bouillon, onion salt, paprika and pepper in a large saucepan.
2. Bring to a bowl and reduce heat.
3. Simmer, covered, for 8 minutes or until potatoes are very tender.
4. Beat with a mixer until smooth.
5. Add milk and soup and mix well.
6. Cook until heated through.
7. Add cheese gradually, stirring over medium heat until melted after each addition.
8. Do not boil.