Place the potatoes, onion, celery, salt, and pepper in a large saucepan with 2 cups of water.
Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and let simmer for 25 minutes.
Meanwhile, place the bacon on a sheet pan, and bake at 400°F until crispy. This will take 20–30 minutes, depending on the thickness of the bacon.
Transfer the potato mixture to a blender and blend just until smooth. Stir in the milk, ladle into bowls, and top with bacon.
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