Ingredients

  • 2 12 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 12 cup finely chopped celery
  • 14 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 14 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 14 teaspoon ground celery seed
  • 14 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup nonfat milk
  • 1 12 cups reduced-fat sour cream
  • 4 ounces cheddar cheese, divided (1 cup)
  • 2 ounces cubed Velveeta reduced fat cheese product
  • 4 tablespoons minced chives, divided

Method

  • Place potatoes, celery and onion in a large saucepan; cover with water.
  • Cover and bring to a boil; cook until just tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Drain well.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a small saucepan.
  • Stir in the flour, salt, ground celery seed and pepper until smooth.
  • Gradually stir in milk.
  • Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minute or until thickened.
  • Transfer sauce to a large bowl; stir in the sour cream, 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, velveeta and 3 tablespoons chives.
  • Add potato mixture; stir gently until coated.
  • Transfer to a 2.5 quart baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Cover and bake at 350 for 35-40 minute or until heated through.
  • Sprinkle with remaining cheese; cover and let stand for 5 minute or until cheese is melted.
  • Sprinkle with remaining chives.