Idaho Baked Potato Soup

By Hklbrries

Ingredients

• 2/3 cup butter or margarine
• 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 7 cups milk
• 4 large baking potatoes, baked, peeled and cubed (about 4 cups)
• 4 green onions, sliced
• 12 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
• 1 1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup (8 ounces) sour cream
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper

Preparation

Step 1

In large soup kettle or Dutch oven, melt the butter. Stir in flour; heat and stir until smooth. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly until thickened. Add potatoes and onions. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat; simmer for 10 minutes. Add remaining ingredients; stir until cheese is melted. Serve immediately.