Loaded Baked Potato Soup

Ingredients:
– 4 large russet potatoes
– 1/3 cup butter
– 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
– 4 cups milk
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 cup sour cream
– 1/2 cup chopped green onions
– 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Wash and poke holes in potatoes, then bake at 400°F for about an hour until tender.
2. In a soup pot, melt butter over medium heat and whisk in flour to make a roux.
3. Slowly whisk in milk until smooth and thickened.
4. Peel and dice potatoes, then add them to the soup along with cheese, sour cream, green onions, and bacon.
5. Season with salt and pepper, then simmer until heated through.
6. Serve hot and garnish with extra cheese, green onions, and bacon.