Baked Potato Soup Recipe

Peel and dice potatoes (I use very small pieces) and boil until done (10 minutes boiling). Drain. Meanwhile, cook bacon and chop onions. Melt margarine in skillet and saute onion until tender. Take one cup of water and add 2 Tbsp. flour in a jar (or container) & SHAKE. Add this mixture to the butter/onions. It will make a roux; keep it moving over low heat.

Put drained potatoes, chicken stock, 1 cup water and roux in crockpot. Stir. Now, put in your crumbled bacon and add (or put on top when serving if desired) along with the half & half, pepper, basil, salt, and potato flakes. Stir some more -- it should be fairly thick.

Cook on low for 6 hours. or on high for 3 hours. Serve with cheddar cheese on top and green onions if desired.