All-American Cheeseburger Chowder

• 1 lb extra lean ground beef
• 6 slices bacon, chopped
• 2 cups potatoes, cubed, peeled
• 1/2 cup onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup celery, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup green bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 2 1/2 cups reduced-fat milk
• 3 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

1. In a large saucepan, brown beef and bacon; drain if necessary. Stir in potatoes, onion, celery, green pepper, salt and water. Cover and cook until vegetables are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
2. Whisk together flour with 1/2 cup of the milk; add to saucepan along with remaining milk. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Add cheese; heat and stir until cheese is melted. Garnish with additional cheese and sliced scallions, if desired.

extra lean ground beef, bacon, potatoes, onion, celery, green bell pepper, salt, water, milk, flour, cheddar cheese

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/all-american-cheeseburger-chowder-181017 (may not work)