Ingredients for - Cheeseburger Paradise Soup

1. 6 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
2. 1 small carrot, grated
3. 1 small onion, chopped
4. 1/2 cup chopped green pepper
5. 2 tablespoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
6. 3 cups water
7. 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
8. 2 garlic cloves, minced
9. 1/8 teaspoon pepper
10. 2 pounds ground beef
11. 1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
12. 2 tablespoons butter
13. 5 cups 2% milk, divided
14. 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
15. 1 package (16 ounces) Velveeta, cubed
16. Crumbled cooked bacon

How to cook deliciously - Cheeseburger Paradise Soup

1 . Stage

In a Dutch oven, bring the first 9 ingredients to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

2 . Stage

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.

3 . Stage

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.