Baked Potato Cheddar Soup

By jojomail1

Use better sharp cheddar for a fuller taste. Turkey bacon is optional, delicious in a bread bowl. From Taste of Home Magazine. Total time is 30 minutes.

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 cups milk
• 2 large potatoes, baked, peeled and coarsely mashed (1.5 lbs)
• 1/3 cup plus 2 tbsp. shredded cheddar cheese, divided
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions, divided
• Optional - crumbled cooked bacon

Details

Servings 4
Preparation time 5mins
Cooking time 30mins

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan, whisk flour and milk until smooth. Bring to a boil, cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the potatoes, 1/3 cup cheese and salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in sour cream and 1/4 cup onions. Cover, cook over medium heat for 10-12 minutes (do not boil). Garnish with remaining cheese, onions and bacon if desired.