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Baked Potato Soup

Total Time

40 Minutes

Servings

6

Ingredients

  • 12 slices bacon
  • 2/3 cup margarine
  • 2/3 cup plain flour
  • 7 cups milk
  • 4 large baked potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 4 spring onions, chopped
  • 1 1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium heat until browned. Drain, crumble, and set aside.
  2. In a stock pot or Dutch oven, melt the margarine over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in milk, whisking constantly until thickened. Stir in potatoes and onions. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently.
  3. Reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes. Mix in bacon, cheese, sour cream, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until cheese is melted.