Baked Potato Soup Name: Crystal Veillette Base: Fort Campbell, KY Recipe: 9 baking potatoes 2/3 cup butter 2/3 cup all-purpose flour 6 cups whole milk 1/2 tablespoon salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 cup bacon bits, divided 4 green onions, chopped 10 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese 1 (8 ounce) container sour cream Directions 1. Prick potatoes with a fork and cook in the microwave, 3 or 4 at a time, and scoop out the flesh (while the others are cooking). 2. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in flour and cook about a minute. Whisk in milk, a little at a time, stirring constantly until thickened. Stir in 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. Serve topped with remaining bacon, onions and cheese.