Baked Potato Soup

• 4 large baking potatoes
• 2/3 c butter or margarine
• 2/3 c flour
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black or white pepper
• 6 c milk
• 8 oz sour cream
• 1/4 c chopped green onions
• 10 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
• 4 oz shredded cheddar cheese

Bake the potatoes at 350 until done (60-70 minutes); cool completely. Peel and cube potatoes; set aside. In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour, salt, and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes, or until thickened. Remove from heat. Whisk in sour cream. Add potatoes and green onions. Garnish with bacon and cheese.