Potato Soup (W or W/O Cheese)

1 1/2 cups peeled potatoes (diced small)
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup sliced celery
1/4 cup sliced carrots
chopped onions (to taste)
ham bouillon (1/2 teaspoon or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flower
salt & pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons flour
3/4 cup milk

In pan combine 1st nine ingredients.  Bring to boil.  Reduce heat - cover & simmer until potatoes & carrots are tender.
In small bowl combine flour & milk until smooth.  Stir into vegetables.  Bring to a boil & stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.  If you want cheese, reduce heat to low & stir in 1/4 lb. Velveeta Cheese.