Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_carb'], recipe: peel, cube, boil, drain and "mush" potatoes to the consistency you like (i like them lumpy, but my kids like smaller pieces). in separate pan, melt butter, add flour and cook while stirring for about a minute or so. add half the milk and stir until lumps are out of flour mixture. add remaining milk and on med-high heat, heat to a boil. stir almost constantly or it will scorch. after boiling, turn heat off and add remaining ingredients.

Target recipe: melt butter in a 5 quart pan. add leeks or onions and cook slowly for 5 minutes without browning. blend in flour and cook for 2 minutes. gradually add water, stirring to prevent lumps. add potatoes, bring to a boil and simmer partially covered 45 minutes. you can prepare ahead to this point if you like. before serving, bring soup to a simmer and stir in cream, parsley and 3 tablespoons more butter.