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Spicy Cheeseburger Soup

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 milk, divided
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
8 ounces process American cheese, cubed
1/4 to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled

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

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Spicy Cheeseburger Soup cont.

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

Yield: 6-8 servings (about 2 quarts).

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