Baked Potato Soup

Oh this soup. So so so yummy. This recipe comes from my sister-in-law Laurie who is a FABULOUS cook. Everything she makes is a winner. I love this recipe because it is made with left over baked potatoes and everything else I seem to always have on hand. It's a keeper!

2/3 cups butter

1/3 cup flour

7 cups milk

4-5 large baked potatoes

4-8 green onions, sliced (to taste)

12 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

1 ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese

1 cup sour cream

¾ tablespoon salt

½ teaspoon pepper

In a large kettle, melt butter. Stir in flour; heat and stir until smooth. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly. Add potatoes and onions. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes. Add bacon, cheese, sour cream, salt and pepper. Stir until cheese is melted.

*serves 8-10 people easily. Half the recipe for 4 servings

Momma Winegar's Chili

1 lb hamburger

1 onion, chopped

1 green pepper, chopped

1 large can diced tomatoes

1 can creamed corn

1 can kidney beans

1 can no-bean chili

1 large can tomato sauce

1 Tablespoon chili powder

1 can chopped olives (opt.)

Brown hamburger, onions, and pepper. Add remaining ingredients and simmer 1 hour. Goes well with cornbread.

*This is a great recipe to double. When I do, I only increase the meat by another 1/2 pound.