Slow Cooked Potato Soup Recipe

Ingredients

2-3/4 cups cubed peeled potatoes, divided1-1/3 cups water2 tablespoons butter, cubed2/3 cup cubed fully cooked ham1 celery rib, chopped1/3 cup chopped onion1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon paprikaDash pepper1/4 pound Velveeta, cubed1/3 cup sour creamWhole milk, optional

Preparation

Place 2 cups potatoes in a saucepan; add water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Remove from the heat (do not drain). Mash potatoes; stir in butter.

In a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker, combine the ham, celery, onion, garlic powder, paprika, pepper and remaining cubed potatoes. Stir in mashed potatoes; top with cheese. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until vegetables are tender. Stir in the sour cream until blended. Thin soup with milk if desired.