Cheddar & Potato Soup

By connieo

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/2 cup flour
• 6 cups milk
• 4 large baking potatoes, baked, peeled, & cubed
• 4 green onions, thinly sliced
• 12 strips bacon, cooked & crumbled
• 2 cups Publix Deli Hoop Cheddar Cheese, shredded
• 1 cup sour cream
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Details

Servings 8
Preparation time 25mins
Cooking time 55mins

Preparation

Step 1

1. Melt butter in a large sauce pot over low heat. Stir in flour until smooth & bubbly. Cook mixture for 2-3 minutes.

2. Increase heat to medium & gradually stir in milk. Cook until slightly thickened, about 15 minutes.

3. Add potatoes & onions, stirring occasionally, until soup begins to bubble. Reduce heat, simmer gently for 10 minutes.

4. Add remaining ingredients, stir until cheese is melted. Serve hot.

Garnish with a dollop of sour cream, bacon bits, grated cheese, or chives if desired.