Spicy Cheeseburger Soup

By jolsen

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups of water
• 2 cups of cubed peeled potatoes
• 2 small carrots, grated
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped green pepper
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tablespoon beef bouillon granules (we use cubes)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 pound ground beef, cooked and drained
• 2 1/2 cups milk, divided
• 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour
• 8 oz. Velveeta, cubed
• 1/4 to 1 tsp cayenne pepper, optional
• 1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan, combine the first nine, ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Stir in beef and 2 cups of milk; heat through. Combine flour and remaining milk until smooth; gradually stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; stir in cheese until melted. Add cayenne pepper, if desired. Top with bacon just before serving.