Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['dairy_free'], 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: put frozen hash browns in a large pot. (i use a 4 quart stock pot.). add chicken broth. (this is when i add the extra veggies and/or ham.). bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer 30 - 45 minutes. combine gravy mix with the cold water. mix until smooth. stir gravy mix into soup. cook, stirring, until thickened. how thick depends on your personal preference. if desired, add cheese to each serving. (remember to count those extra points!).