Potato soup
Potato soup 1 pound bacon - chopped (optional) 2 stalks celery - diced 1 onion - chopped 3 cloves garlic - minced 8 potatoes - peeled and cubed 4 cups chicken stock - or enough to cover potatoes 3 tablespoons butter ¼ cup all-purpose flour 1 cup heavy cream 1 shake pepper flakes (Optional) 3 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro salt and pepper to taste In a medium pot add in your bacon and cook over medium-high heat , turning occasionally, until evenly browned. Drain bacon pieces on paper towels . Add in a drizzle of olive oil to the pot and cook your celery and onion until the onions are soft and translucent . Once done , stir in the garlic and continue cooking for 1 to 2 minutes . Next add the cubed potatoes and toss them around to coat them. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes . Return bacon to the pan and add enough chicken stock to just cover the potatoes. Cover and simmer until potatoes are tender around 15 to 20 minutes . Meanwhile, melt butter in a separate skillet over medium hea...