Cheeseburger Paradise Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 small carrot, grated
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons chopped seeded jalapeno peppers
3 cups water
2 tablespoons beef bouillon granules
2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 lbs ground beef
1/2 lb sliced fresh mushrooms
2 tablespoons butter
5 cups milk, divided
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 (16 ounce) package Velveeta cheese, cubed
crumbled cooked bacon

Preparation

In a soup kettle, combine the first nine ingredients; bring to a boil.
Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and mushrooms in butter over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.
Add to soup.
Stir in 4 cups milk; heat through.
In a small bowl, combine flour and remaining milk until smooth; gradually stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
Reduce heat; stir in cheese until melted. Garnish with bacon.
Editor's Note: When cutting or seeding hot peppers, use rubber or plastic gloves to protect your hands. Avoid touching your face.