Cheeseburger Paradise Soup

• 6 potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 carrot, grated
• 1 small onion, chopped
• ½ cup green pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped jalapenos
• 3 cups water
• 2 tablespoons beef buillon
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• 2 pounds ground beef
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 5 cups milk, divided
• 6 tablespoons flour
• 16 ounces velveeta, cubed
• crumbled cooked bacon

1. Combine first 9 ingredients and bring to boil.
2. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
3. In large skillet, cook beef in butter over medium heat. Drain. Add to soup.
4. Stir in 4 cups milk; heat through.
5. In small bowl, combine flour and remaining milk until smooth. Gradually stir into soup.
6. Bring to a boil and cool. Stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in cheese until melted.
7. Garnish with bacon.