Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 12 slices bacon
  •  cup butter
  •  cup all-purpose flour
  • 7 cups milk
  • 4 large baked potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 4 green onions, chopped
  • 1 ¼ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

     

  2. Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels; crumble and set aside.

  3. Meanwhile, melt butter in a stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Gradually add flour, whisking until well-combined. Slowly pour in milk, whisking constantly until smooth and thickened.

  4. Add potatoes and onions and bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.

  5. Stir in crumbled bacon, Cheddar cheese, sour cream, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking and stirring until cheese is melted.