MedlinePlus: Cheesy Potato Soup

Ingredients

• 1 medium onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 1/4 cup chopped celery
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 2 cups bite-sized diced potatoes
• 2 cups low-sodium broth (any type)
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 3 Tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 1/2 cups 1% or nonfat milk, divided
• 3/4 cup (3 ounces) cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 Tablespoon bacon bits or 1 slice bacon, cooked and crumbled