Amish Counrty Potato Soup

Ingredients

 * 8 slices lean bacon
 * 1/4 cup celery, chopped
 * 1/2 cup onions, chopped
 * 3 cups potatoes, cut into 1 inch cubes (3 med)
 * 2 1/2 cups water
 * 1 (12 ounces) can evaporated milk
 * 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce (very important)
 * 2 tablespoons parsley, minced
 * 1/4 teaspoon pepper
 * 1/4 teaspoon celery salt
 * 1 bay leaf

Directions

 * Chop bacon.
 * Saute' bacon, celery and onion in a deep sauce pan.
 * Add potatoes, water, bay leaf, salt, pepper and celery salt and bring to a boil.
 * Reduce heat, cover and let simmer for 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
 * Mash lightly, leave about 1/4 whole.
 * Remove bay leaf and add milk, worcestershire sauce and parsley.
 * Bring to a boil.
 * Serve hot.