Baked Potato Soup V recipe

3 servings

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

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.