Potato Cheese Soup With Salmon Recipe

Ingredients

1-1/4 cups diced celery1 large onion, thinly sliced1/4 cup butter, cubed3-1/2 cups sliced peeled uncooked potatoes1 cup chicken broth3 cups whole milk, room temperature, divided1 cup half-and-half cream2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese1 teaspoon dried thyme1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 can (7-1/2 ounces) red sockeye salmon, drained, bones and skin removedSalt and pepper to tasteMinced fresh parsley

Preparation

In a large saucepan, saute celery and onion in butter until tender. Add potatoes and broth; cover and cook on low heat until potatoes are tender. Cool slightly.

Puree potato mixture in a blender with 2 cups milk. Return to pan; add remaining 1 cup milk, cream, cheese, thyme, Worcestershire sauce and salmon; heat through. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley.