MICROWAVE POTATO SOUP

4 strips bacon
2 c. potatoes (Idaho), cut into 1/2
inch cubes
1/4 c. onion, chopped
1/4 c. celery, chopped
1/2 c. water
1 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. flour
1 c. milk
1 (14 1/2 oz.) can chicken broth
1 tsp. parsley, chopped
Pepper to taste

Microwave bacon on High until crisp. Crumble and set aside. Combine potatoes, onion, celery, water and salt in a 2-quart casserole. Cover with a tight fitting lid or plastic wrap. Microwave on High for 10 to 12 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Mix flour, milk, chicken broth, and parsley until smooth. Stir into potatoes. Microwave, uncovered, on High for 15 to 20 minutes or until desired thickness. Stir occasionally during cooking. Garnish with bacon.