Parmesan Potato Soup

This is a recipe that we have had for a while.  I got it from one of my mom's cookbooks and we have modified it according to what we had in the house.

2 medium baking potatoes

1/4 c. + 2 tbsp. chopped onion

1/4 c. butter

1/4 c. flour

1/4 tsp. oregano

1/4 tsp. seasoned salt

1/4 tsp. parsley

1/8 tsp. celery seed

1/8 tsp. garlic powder

1/8 tsp. pepper

2 1/4 c. chicken broth

3 c. milk

1/4-1/2 c. grated parmesan cheese

5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Pierce potatoes with a fork; bake in the oven or microwave until tender.  Cool, peel and cube; set aside.  In a large Dutch oven or soup kettle over medium heat, saute onion in butter until tender.  Stir in flour and seasonings.  Gradually add broth, stirring constantly.  Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes.  Add potatoes; return to boil.  Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes.  Add milk and cheese; heat through.  Stir in bacon.