BACON-CHEESEBURGER CHOWDER

Bacon-Cheeseburger Chowder image

Provided by KathyP53

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium sweet bell pepper, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups milk
1 lb potato, peeled and chopped (2 medium)
1 1/2 cups water
1 tablespoon beef bouillon granules
12 ounces processed cheese, cubed (Velveeta)
3 bacon, strips cooked and crumbled

Steps:

In a 6 quart stockpot, cook beef, onion and pepper over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until beef is no longer pink, breaking up beef into crumbles; drain. Add garlic; cook 1 minute. Stir in flour until blended.
Gradually stir in milk. Add potatoes, water, and bouillon; bring to boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
Add cheese; stir until melted. Sprinkle servings with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Fat 31.2, SaturatedFat 16.3, Cholesterol 105.1, Sodium 1224.3, Carbohydrate 28, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 6.3, Protein 31.6