Baked Potato Soup V

Servings 12 | Prep-Time 15 minutes | Cook-Time 1 hour

Ingredients

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 chopped, divided

4 green onions, chopped

10 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese

1 (8 ounce) container sour cream

Directions

1. 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).

2. 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.