2 tsp. fat
1 c. water
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tbsp. flour
1 c. lowfat milk
1 tbsp. onion, finely chopped
1 c. instant potato flakes or 4 tbsp. instant potato granules
1 tbsp. carrot or celery tops, chopped

Cook onion in fat until tender and lightly browned. Stir in flour and salt until smooth. Slowly stir in water. Cook and stir over medium heat until slightly thickened. Remove from heat. Add milk. Stir in potato flakes or granules until smooth. Heat until hot but not boiling. Makes 2 (1 cup) servings.)