My Loaded Potato Soup Recipe

Loaded Potato Soup

1 bag of Ore Ida steam-able frozen mashed potatoes
1/2 cup flour
4 Tbls butter
6 slices of cooked bacon, crumbled
4-5 green onions, sliced thin
1/4 cup sour cream
6 cups of 2% milk
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar
2 tsp minced garlic
Salt/Pepper

1. Microwave potatoes according to package.
2. In large pot over medium heat, melt butter and add 1/4 cup of flour to make a roux. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes.
3. Add milk and remaining flour. Cook 5 minutes until thickened.
4. Mash potatoes and add to pot.  
5. Stir in bacon crumbles, garlic, cheese, onions, and sour cream. Add salt/pepper to taste. Remove from heat.

Serve in bowls topped with dollop of sour cream and sprinkled cheese.