Tuesday, November 27, 2007

Baked Potato Soup

4 large baking potatoes (about 2 3/4 lb.)
1/2 cup butter or margarine
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2-1 teaspoon pepper (to taste)
6 cups milk
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
10 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Bake potatoes at 350 degrees for 65-75 minutes or until tender; cool completely.
Peel and cube potatoes.
In a large saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth.
Gradually add milk.
Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
Remove from the heat; whisk in sour cream.
Add potatoes and green onions; mix well.
Ladle into serving bowls; top with bacon and cheddar cheese.

Makes 8-10 servings

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