Spicy Cheeseburger Soup

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 cans of water
• 2 cups cubed peeled potatoes
• 2 small carrots, grated
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1/4 cup green pepper
• 1 jalapeno pepper,* seeded and chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 TBS beef bouillon granules
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 lb. ground beef, cooked and drained
• 2-1/2 milk, divided
• 3 TBS all purpose flour
• 8 oz. process American cheese, cubed
• 1/4 to 1 tsp cayenne pepper, optional
• 1/2 lb. sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled, optional

Directions

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 minutesor until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; stir in cheese until melted. Add cayenne, if desired and top with bacon just before serving.

Submitted 6/13/05.
Source: Taste of home
Submitted By: tc c
tcluvs@icqmail.com
Spicy Cheeseburger Soup