RUSTIC BAKED POTATO SOUP
 
INGREDIENTS
  • ⅔ cup butter
  • ⅔ cup all-purpose flour
  • 7 cups milk (we use 2%)
  • 4 large baking potatoes, baked, cooled, peeled and cubed
  • 4 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 package real bacon crumbles (in the salad dressing aisle)
  • 1¼ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 8 ounces sour cream
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
PREPARATION
  1. In a large Dutch oven or stockpot over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth and bubbly.
  2. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly, until sauce has thickened.
  3. Add potatoes and onions. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until soup begins to bubble.
  4. Reduce heat; simmer gently for 15 minutes.
  5. Add bacon, cheese, sour cream and spices; stir until cheese is melted.
  6. To serve, top with extra cheese, bacon and chives for garnish.
Recipe by Bake Love Give at http://bakelovegive.com/rustic-baked-potato-soup/