Monday, December 14, 2009

Baked Potato Soup

This makes a lot of soup so be prepared for lots of leftovers!

Ingredients:
5 large baking potatoes
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup flour
7 cups milk
1 bunch green onion, chopped
1/2 lb bacon, fried crisp & crumbled
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup sour cream
salt & pepper to taste

Bake potatoes until tender
Cool, peel, & chop into small pieces
In a saucepan, melt butter over low heat
Whisk in flour to make a roux
Slowly whisk in milk
Increase heat to medium & bring to almost boiling
Add potatoes, green onions, & bacon
Stir in cheese & sour cream
Heat through until cheese has melted & soup is warm

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