cheesburger Soup

BACON CHEESEBURGER SOUP

Serves 8

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef, cooked and drained of fat
• 1 (15 oz.) can diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 (32 oz.) container chicken broth
• 4 cups potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup carrot, chopped
• 1/2 cup green bell pepper, seeds removed, chopped
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 ribs celery, chopped
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, optional
• kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
• bacon, crumbled optional

Directions

1. Place ground beef, tomatoes, potatoes, carrot, bell pepper, onion, celery and garlic in your slow cooker and pour chicken stock over the top.