Spicy Cheeseburger Soup
Ingredients
1-1/2 cups water
2 cups cubed peeled potatoes
2 small carrots, grated
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon beef bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pound ground beef, cooked and drained
2-1/2 cups 2% milk, divided
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
8 ounces cubed Velveeta
1/4 to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
With a few simple side dishes, this soup is a full meal.
Instructions
In a large saucepan, combine the first 9 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 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.
Recipe and imager courtesy of Spicy Cheeseburger Soup Recipe: How to Make It | Taste of Home