creamy baked potato soup

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Huntsville, ID
Updated on Mar 20, 2014

All the flavors of a loaded baked potato come together in this rich, creamy baked potato soup recipe. It's one of My all-time favorites.

prep time
cook time 1 Hr 15 Min
method Stove Top
yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 4 - baking potatoes
  • 2/3 cup all purpose flour
  • 6 cups 2% milk
  • 1 cup extra sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 3/4 cup chopped green onions, divided
  • 6 - bacon slices, cooked and crumbled

How To Make creamy baked potato soup

  • Step 1
    Preheat oven to 400°.
  • Step 2
    Pierce potatoes with a fork; bake at 400° for 1 hour or until tender. Cool. Peel potatoes; coarsely mash. Discard skins.
  • Step 3
    Lightly spoon flour into a dry measuring cup; level with a knife. Place flour in a large Dutch oven; gradually add milk, stirring with a whisk until blended. Cook over medium heat until thick and bubbly (about 8 minutes). Add mashed potatoes, 3/4 cup cheese, salt, and pepper, stirring until cheese melts. Remove from heat.
  • Step 4
    Stir in sour cream and 1/2 cup onions. Cook over low heat 10 minutes or until thoroughly heated (do not boil). Sprinkle each serving with cheese, onions, and bacon.

Discover More

Category: Cream Soups
Culture: American
Ingredient: Potatoes
Method: Stove Top

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