Baked Potato Soup

AmericanPorkIntermediate1 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 4 count large russet potatoes
  • 0.7 cup unsalted butter
  • 0.7 cup all-purpose flour
  • 6 cup whole milk
  • 4 count green onions, chopped
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 8 strips bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
  • 1 0.5 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Pierce potatoes and bake 1 hour until fork-tender. Let cool slightly, then halve and scoop out flesh. Set aside.

  2. 2

    In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook 1 minute.

  3. 3

    Gradually whisk in milk. Cook, stirring constantly, until thick and beginning to simmer, about 10 minutes.

  4. 4

    Whisk in potato flesh until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

  5. 5

    Stir in sour cream, half the bacon, and half the cheese. Heat through on low.

  6. 6

    Ladle into bowls and top with remaining cheese, bacon, and green onions. Serve hot.

Tags

soup