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Ingredients
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3 pounds red potatoes, scrubbed
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6 slices bacon
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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6 cups milk
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1 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
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½ teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 ¼ cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
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1 ⅓ cups sour cream
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4 green onions, chopped
Directions
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Set aside 4 potatoes; peel and cube the remaining potatoes.
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Place cubed and whole potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until soft, about 20 minutes. Drain. Set the 4 whole potatoes aside; mash the rest.
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At the same time, place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels. Crumble and set aside. Cut reserved whole potatoes into small cubes and set aside with bacon.
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Heat flour in a large saucepan or pot over medium heat; slowly add milk, whisking until well blended. Add salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes. Add mashed potatoes and stir well to combined. Remove soup from heat. Stir in 1 cup Cheddar cheese and mix until it melts completely. Stir in sour cream. Taste and adjust salt.
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Serve warm topped with bacon, cubed potatoes, remaining Cheddar cheese, and green onions.
Cook's Note:
Use any kind of smaller potato and cheese you like. You can use any kind of milk other than skim.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
569 | Calories |
29g | Fat |
53g | Carbs |
25g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 569 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 29g | 37% |
Saturated Fat 17g | 86% |
Cholesterol 82mg | 27% |
Sodium 920mg | 40% |
Total Carbohydrate 53g | 19% |
Dietary Fiber 4g | 15% |
Total Sugars 14g | |
Protein 25g | 50% |
Vitamin C 22mg | 25% |
Calcium 584mg | 45% |
Iron 2mg | 13% |
Potassium 1586mg | 34% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.