Cheeseburger in Paradise Soup

If you read my last post, you know that I promised you this soup. My good friend Erica made it for us last Friday night and I've been thinking about it every since!

It is one kids and adults will enjoy, great freshly made and great as leftovers. Who doesn't love soup?

Cheeseburger in Paradise Soup

6 medium potatoes (peeled), diced or shredded

1 small diced carrot

1 small diced onion

1 can Rotel green chilies and tomatoes

3 c. water

1 T. plus 2 t. beef bouillon granules

2 garlic cloves, minced

2 lbs. ground beef

5 cups milk

6 T. flour

1 16 oz. package Velveeta cheese, cubed

crumbled cooked bacon (optional)

salt, pepper to taste

In a large soup pot, combine first seven ingredient, bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender. Meanwhile in a large skillet, cook beef and drain. Add to soup, stir in 4 cups of 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 until thickened. Reduce heat and stir in cheese until melted. Garnish with bacon.

The healthiest soup? NO. But, does it taste good? YES.

And really, Thanksgiving is in less than two days, this week isn't really about healthy eating anyway.....turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, sweet potatoes, pumpkin pie. Not so healthy!

But oh well, it is a time to enjoy with your family and friends and be THANKFUL for everything you have been given.

Enjoy!