Hash Brown Potato Soup

Ingredients

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• 12 slices bacon
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• ⅔ cup butter
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• ⅔ cup all-purpose flour
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• 7 cups milk
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• 4 large baked potatoes, peeled and cubed
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• 4 green onions, chopped
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• 1 ¼ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
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• 1 cup sour cream
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• 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
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• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
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Instructions

1. 1
   Gather all ingredients.
2. 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. 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. 4
   Add potatoes and onions and bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
5. 5
   Stir in crumbled bacon, Cheddar cheese, sour cream, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking and stirring until cheese is melted.
6. 6
   Enjoy!