5 slices bacon, chopped
1/2 c. thinly sliced celery, chopped
1/4 c. chopped onion
1/8 tsp. thyme
3 c. chopped raw potatoes
Salt & pepper to taste
1 c. milk, scalded
1 tbsp. flour

Fry bacon. Add celery and onion. Saute 5 minutes. Add thyme, potatoes, salt, pepper and enough water to cover potatoes. Simmer until potatoes are soft. Stir in hot milk and flour. Simmer 5 minutes. Can use left over mashed potatoes instead of raw ones.