Spicy Cheeseburger Soup
["1 1/2 c. water", "2 c. potatoes, cubed", "2 small carrots, sliced", "1 small onion", "1/4 c. green pepper, chopped", "1 garlic clove", "1 Tbsp. beef bouillon", "1/2 tsp. salt", "1 lb. ground beef, cooked and drained", "2 1/2 c. milk", "3 Tbsp. flour", "8 oz. American cheese, cubed", "1/2 lb. bacon, cooked and crumbled"]
["In a large saucepan, combine the first 8 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Stir in beef and 2 cups 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 until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat. Stir in cheese until melted. Top with cooked bacon just before serving. Makes about 2 quarts."]
["water", "potatoes", "carrots", "onion", "green pepper", "garlic", "beef bouillon", "salt", "ground beef", "milk", "flour", "American cheese", "bacon"]