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: in a large pot; heat butter; add onions, celery and garlic. sauté until tender. add the broth to the pot and bring just to a boil. stir in the mashed potatoes, cooked crumbled bacon, fat free half and half (or milk) and pepper. bring to just a gentle simmer. reduce heat to low and stir in the cheese. stir until cheese is melted and heated through. do not allow to boil. add salt if needed, to taste. serve with any or all of the optional garnishes, if desired.