Copycat Baked Potato Soup

Enjoy the creamy goodness of Paneras famous baked potato soup with this recipe that you can make at home. Its thick, warm, and perfect for cold nights

Ingredients:

• 4 large potatoes, diced
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled optional

Instructions:

In a large pot, combine potatoes, onion, and chicken broth

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes

In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat

Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until golden brown

Gradually whisk in milk until smooth and thickened

Add milk mixture to the potato mixture, stirring constantly

Cook until heated through

Stir in shredded cheese until melted and smooth

Remove from heat and stir in sour cream

Season with salt and pepper to taste

Serve hot, topped with crumbled bacon if desired