Step 1

Place potatoes, onion, celery, garlic, salt and pepper in a large pot and cover with water.

Step 2

Bring to a boil, cover and simmer until potatoes are tender. Do not drain.

Step 3

Add stick of butter. Pour evaporated milk into a bowl and whisk the flour into the milk. Add flour and milk mixture to your soup. Let simmer for about 10 minutes. Garnish with crisp bacon or shredded cheese.

Step 4

This makes about a gallon of soup.