Loaded Baked Potato Soup

Boil in a large pot of salted water...

• 6 potatoes, peeled and diced

When potatoes are tender, drain and set aside.

Add to a separate large cast iron soup pot...

• 8 slices bacon, cut into small pieces

Once bacon has fried and is crispy, add to the pot...

• 1/4 cup butter
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 yellow onion, diced

Cook for 2-3 minutes until onions have softened and butter has melted, then add...

• 1/3 cup flour

Whisk flour into the pot 1-2 minutes until it forms a soupy roux. Then add...

• 3 cups whole milk
• 2 cups chicken stock
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 cups extra sharp cheddar, shredded
• 1 cups sour cream

Stir and simmer until well combined. When the potatoes have softened, drain and add them to the soup.

Garnish with crumbled bacon, cheese and chives. Enjoy!