Best Baked Potato Soup

Ingredients

Instructions

1. 1

   Gather all ingredients.

2. 2

   Prick potatoes with a fork and cook in the microwave, 3 or 4 at a time, until fork-tender, about 7 to 8 minutes. When cool enough to handle, scoop out the flesh.

3. 3

   Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat; stir in flour and cook until well combined, about a minute. Whisk in milk, a little at a time, stirring constantly until thickened.

4. 4

   Stir in cooked potatoes, salt, pepper, 1/3 cup bacon bits, 2 tablespoons green onions and most of the cheese. Cook until thoroughly heated. Stir in sour cream and heat through.

5. 5

   Serve topped with remaining bacon, onions and cheese.

6. 6

   Enjoy!