Here’s everything you’ll need to bring this hearty dish to life:

• 1 package (12 oz) bacon

• 1 ½ cups chopped onion
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 2 lb baking potatoes, peeled and cubed

• ⅔ cup butter
• ¾ cup all-purpose flour
• 4 cups milk

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cup diced cooked ham

• 1 container (8 oz) sour cream
• 2 ½ cups (10 oz) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided
• ¾ cup sliced green onions, divided

This combination of ingredients creates a soup that’s thick, creamy, and layered with flavor. The bacon provides smokiness, the ham adds heartiness, and the cheese brings that unmistakable richness.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

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