Baked Potato Soup

Let me tell you about a soup that will warm you up on a cold day and fill your belly with comfort: Baked Potato Soup. This soup combines the hearty flavors of leftover baked potatoes, melted cheese, and crispy bacon into a creamy and delicious dish. It's the perfect way to use up leftover baked potatoes and create a satisfying meal that the whole family will love.

Baked Potato Soup is a breeze to make and requires minimal ingredients. Simply start by cooking some bacon until crispy. Then, sauté some onions in the bacon fat until softened. Next, whisk together some flour and milk until smooth. Gradually add the milk mixture to the onions, whisking constantly until thickened.Stir in the cooked bacon, leftover baked potatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, salt, and pepper. Let the soup simmer until the cheese is melted and everything is heated through. Serve the soup hot with a sprinkle of chopped parsley or chives for garnish.

Step-by-step

• Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium heat until browned. Drain, crumble, and set aside.
• 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.
• Reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes. Mix in bacon, cheese, sour cream, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until cheese is melted.