Baked Potato Soup V

Ingredients

• Servings: 3
• 9 baking potatoes
• 2/3 cup butter
• 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 6 cups whole milk
• 1/2 tablespoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup bacon bits, divided
• 4 green onions, chopped
• 10 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 (8 ounce) container sour cream

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 15 mins


• prick potatoes with a fork and cook in the microwave, 3 or 4 at a time, and scoop out the flesh (while the others are cooking).
• in a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. stir in flour and cook about a minute. whisk in milk, a little at a time, stirring constantly until thickened. stir in potatoes, salt, pepper, 1/3 cup bacon bits, 2 tablespoons green onions and most of the cheese. cook until thoroughly heated. stir in sour cream and heat through. serve topped with remaining bacon, onions and cheese.