• 6 large pototoes - peeled and cubed
• 2 medium onions - chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1/2 cup shredded or grated carrots
• 4 chicken boullion cubes
• 1 T. dried parsley
• 6 cups water
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 T. salt
• 1/2 tsp. pepper
• 1 can evaporated milk (12 oz.)
• 1 cup grated pasteurized process cheese (such as Velveeta®) - optional
• bacon bits - optional

Preparation -
Mix all ingredients, except the evaporated milk, cheese and bacon bits in a crock-pot. Cook on low for about 7 hours. Stir in the evaporated milk and grated cheese(if using). Continue cooking for one more hour. Garnish individual servings with bacon bits (optional).